Welcome to Strawberry Growers New Zealand
Strawberry Growers New Zealand Inc (SGNZ) is an industry body that was formed in 2000 to represent the interests of all New Zealand strawberry growers. Our objective is "growing better strawberries together".
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15 Million
Strawberry Plants
Total Strawberry plants approx, grown in New Zealand in 2018
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$35mil +
Industry Value
Export: $8.79mil FOB value and 718 tonnes (2018 calendar year)
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8500 tonne
Strawberry Volume
Approximate strawberry volume grown in New Zealand in 2018
Strawberry Industry Info
Strawberries are mainly grown in raised beds enclosed with plastic, however growing strawberries hydroponically is increasing in popularity in New Zealand.
Strawberry varieties
New variety development is a major focus and 55 cultivars have been introduced since 1980. Five new varieties were released from quarantine in April 2019.
Commodity Levy Referendum Voting
All strawberry growers are being asked to vote on a referendum to determine support to apply for a commodity levy. Voting is open from 14th June to 12th July 2019.
SGNZ is a voluntary organisation
and members pay an annual subscription.
SGNZ members are kept up to date with industry issues via news updates, copies of research
reports, pest and disease mangement programmes and other relevant information throughout the year.