Commodity Levy

New Strawberries Commodity Levy Order

Strawberry Growers New Zealand Inc. is consulting with potential levy payers on a proposal for a new strawberry commodity levy to continue to fund the work we do for growers. The proposed levy will be the same as the current levy which expires in March 2026.

The levy funds activities including:

biosecurity
research and development
food safety
export market access and intelligence
strawberry plant evaluation
industry representation
management and administration of SGNZ.

While no changes to the levy rate or purposes are proposed, SGNZ would like to hear feedback from growers and stakeholders. Come along to one of the consultation meetings, or contact the Executive Manager, Chair, or Executive Members to share your feedback. You may also give your feedback directly to the Minister.

Consultation meeting dates (2025):

Auckland

Quality Hotel, Lincoln Green, 159 Lincoln Road, Henderson at 4:00pm, 15 May

Waikato

Strawberry Fields (Darien’s Farm) 151 Woodside Road, Matangi Hamilton at 4:00pm, 16 May

Christchurch

Novotel Christchurch Airport at 4:00pm, 19 May

Nelson

Moutere Hills Community Centre at 4:00pm, 20 May

Horowhenua

Lewis Farms, 747 SH1, Poroutawhao, Levin at 4:00pm, 21 May

Following consultation, a referendum will be held on the proposal. Voting will be held between 16 June and 7 July (noon). You will receive your voting pack by email, or by post if you have not provided an email address. Keeping your contact details current ensures you stay informed and don’t miss any critical communications. Send any updates to info@strawbsnz.co.nz as soon as possible.

To find out more about this year's Commodity Levy consultation and vote, please visit:

Strawberry Growers NZ Commodity Levy 2025/26