National Sponsors
2026 NATIONAL SPONSORS
Many thanks to our 2026 National Sponsors
Thank you to the Young Grower of the Year National Sponsors for their ongoing support and commitment in supporting the future leaders of the horticulture sector. Their investment in the competition helps create valuable opportunities for young growers to learn, grow, and excel within the sector.
The New Zealand Horticentre Charitable Trust was established in 2008 to provide 'A helping hand for horticulture'.
FMG has its roots firmly planted in rural New Zealand, which is why you'll find that we're different when it comes to insurance.
T&G Global's story began 125 years ago as Turners and Growers, a fruit auction business only located in Auckland.
A Lighter Touch is a national programme helping NZ growers shift to Integrated Pest Management, backing a more sustainable approach to crop protection.
Kiwifruit Vine Health (KVH) leads biosecurity readiness and response for the NZ kiwifruit industry, protecting it from pests and disease.
Ballance supports New Zealand's primary producers, helping ensure the long-term sustainability of our agricultural and horticultural sectors.
Farmlands Co-operative Society Limited was born from the desire of everyday farmers to work together to get themselves a better deal.
MPI helps New Zealand seize export opportunities, improve sector productivity, ensure food safety, and protect the country from biological risk.
JJ Limited is proud to support NZ Young Grower of the Year, supplying and repairing farm machinery across Southland, Otago, and Canterbury for 68 years.
South Pacific Seeds supplies quality vegetable seed varieties to growers across Aotearoa, backing the industry from planting to harvest.
NZFGCT is proud to support NZ Young Grower of the Year and the talented people shaping the future of New Zealand's horticulture industry.
Latitude helps horticulture organisations sharpen their strategy and tell their story through clear, considered communication.
The Bioeconomy Science Institute (Maiangi Taiao) drives research and innovation to grow a resilient, sustainable bioeconomy for Aotearoa.
Growing Together 2035 is Horticulture New Zealand's action plan charting a path toward a thriving, resilient horticulture sector.
45 South Cherries is a leading Central Otago cherry grower, proud to host the Young Grower National Final Practical Day.