Meet Danielle Boyd – Passionate about wool and its potential Danielle’s journey in the wool industry began on her family’s sheep and beef farm in Northland, where she worked in shearing sheds as a wool handler during school holidays. After finishing school, she moved to Middlemarch and worked as a...
Meet Chris Payne: Passionate about people, wool, and the Gisborne region Chris Payne began his wool career in 1983 with Williams & Kettle in Napier, before completing a Diploma at Massey University in 1987. After spending three years overseas, he returned to New Zealand in 1991, joining the Gisborne...
Meet Daryl Paskell: A wool expert dedicated to grower success Daryl Paskell’s 42-year career in the wool industry first started with Wrightson NMA on December 2nd, 1982, straight out of school. Over the years, he has become a cornerstone of PGW, progressing to become a wool representative in 1993...
We support the Young Grower of the Year competition, celebrating future leaders in fruit and vegetable industries. Learn more about the competition here.
Fruitfed Supplies supports the Young Horticulturist competition, celebrating excellence in the horticulture industry for people under the age of 30.
The Young Viticulturist recognises promising viticulturists under 30. Contestants will upskill, develop confidence and network within the industry.