As a keen runner, Bryan Hart doesn’t bother with commercial energy gels when he’s training for a half marathon – he boils a potato, sprinkles it with salt and it provides the perfect fuel. “I put it in a ziplock bag and two hours into the run I have that,” says Bryan. “It’s better than…
Jack Haddon has lived in the Franklin area his whole life, attending Bombay Primary and then Pukekohe High School. He currently lives on his parent’s lifestyle block in Bombay with his parents and younger brother. He is currently looking after the daily operations of the Balle Bro’s Brassica Team (Balle Bros is one of Potatoes…
Christchurch, New Zealand – 14 August 2025 The finest in Aotearoa’s potato sector were honoured this week at the 2025 Potato Industry Awards, held as part of the Potatoes New Zealand Conference at Christchurch Town Hall. The awards celebrate individuals and organisations who have made outstanding contributions through leadership, innovation, research, and long-standing commitment to…
Christchurch, New Zealand – 14 August 2025 Pukekohe vegetable grower Peter Reynolds has been presented with a Potatoes New Zealand Life Member Award at last night’s Potato Industry Awards 2025. The Life Member Award recognises outstanding career contributions within the Potato Industry Awards programme, which celebrates excellence whilst raising public awareness of potatoes’ value, versatility,…
Christchurch, New Zealand – 14 August 2025 Harsad (Harry) Bhula a respected Pukekohe vegetable grower and community leader, was presented with a Potatoes New Zealand Life Member Award at last night’s Potato Industry Awards 2025, recognising his work within New Zealand’s potato industry. Industry representatives have praised Harry’s mentorship of fellow growers and his commitment…
Christchurch, New Zealand – 14 August 2025: Industry veteran John Jackson’s contribution to New Zealand horticulture has been recognised with a Potatoes New Zealand Life Member Award at last night’s Potato Industry Awards 2025 ceremony. John’s work has positioned him as one of the country’s foremost authorities on potato seed and potato processing operations. In…
Christchurch, New Zealand – 14 August 2025 Andy and Tracey McKay, owners of Alps Seed Limited, have been honoured with the Community Award at the Potato Industry Awards 2025. The award recognises their dedication to community service and their innovative approach to involving the local community in horticulture. The McKays operate their seed potato business…
Christchurch, New Zealand – 14 August 2025 The Potato Seed Co-operative Limited has received the Innovation Award at the Potato Industry Awards 2025 for their transformative investment in cutting-edge potato seed processing technology. The Ashburton-based co-operative is a grower-owned entity that stores and supplies high quality potato seed for process growers in the Canterbury region….
Christchurch, New Zealand – 14 August 2025 Matt and Heidi Hart from Pye Group’s Longlane Farm have been recognised as champions of sustainable agriculture, taking home the prestigious Sustainability Award at last night’s Potato Industry Awards 2025. The Canterbury farmers were honoured for their groundbreaking approach to sustainable practices at the biannual awards ceremony, which…
Christchurch, New Zealand – 14 August 2025 Pukekohe agronomist Jamie Wells has been recognised as a rising star in New Zealand’s potato industry, taking home the Shining Star Award at last night’s Potato Industry Awards 2025. The 30-year-old agronomist at Balle Bros was honoured for his exceptional leadership potential and commitment to advancing potato farming,…
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