The Potatoes New Zealand Research and Development Technical Panel is made up of industry growers, processors, agronomists and technical experts that advises on the Research and Development Strategy and activities. The Panel meets regularly during the year to review the current Potatoes New Zealand Strategy, observe field trials, discuss results and comment on planned activities.

Panel members

• Tim Pike (Chairman) – Mid Canterbury growers
• Paula Lleras (R&D Project Manager) – Potatoes New Zealand
• Roger Blyth – Seed and Field
• Graham Bunckenburg – Balle Bros
• Nick Tayler – Tayler and Sons
• Sarah Newton – McCain
• Daniel Sutton – Vegetables New Zealand
• Shane Smith – Progrow
• Ross McCallum – Syngenta
• Bryan Hart – AS Wilcox
• Debbie Johnston – Bluebird
• Chris Lambert – Fruitfed Supplies