Articles Archive
March 23, 2026
The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) maintained the upward trend for hazardous substances decisions in the second quarter of the 2025-26 year.
Dr Lauren Fleury, Manager Hazardous Substances Applications, says the EPA continues to use rapid assessment pathways where possible. Of the 16 approved applications in the second quarter, 13 were decided by rapid assessment.
March 23, 2026
The Carbon Difference Between LNG and Bioenergy: Does it Matter
As domestic gas supply declines and dry-year risks persist, New Zealand faces an important energy question. The challenge is not simply finding a replacement fuel, it is choosing an approach that supports long-term energy security while also reducing our carbon exposure.
March 23, 2026
Plant-optimized spectrum to maximize photosynthetic efficiency and productivity:
27% higher yield and 40% energy savings in tomato greenhouse drive Woodeumgee Farm to repeat investment in Philips horticulture LED solution
March 23, 2026
Source Advances Harvest Forecasting for Tomatoes with Next Generation AI Model
Fundamental changes to how the model learns and handles grower input mean significantly less manual work and meaningfully better accuracy.
March 23, 2026
Bringing the Sector Together: Covered Cropping NZ Launches
Greater collaboration, stronger representation, and better use of levy funding sit behind the new joint approach from Tomatoes New Zealand and Vegetables New Zealand Incorporated. There has been a call, for several years, that TNZ and VNZI should work together more closely as there are so many similarities amongst the greenhouse sector, including the growers themselves.
March 23, 2026
Energy Under Pressure: Growers Invited to Pukekohe Open Day
Join Tomatoes New Zealand and Vegetables New Zealand on 14 May for site visits and supplier discussions showcasing real-world energy solutions, cost savings, and practical pathways for the season ahead.
March 10, 2026
The 2026 Hydroponic Farmers Federation Conference (Melbourne)
2026 program has been carefully designed to address the key issues currently facing hydroponic growers
March 10, 2026
Australia’s horticulture sector has delivered a year of record‑breaking performance
Highest production value to date of $18.4 billion, up 6% on the previous year.
