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Our Technical Extension Approach

The Fruitfed Supplies Technical Extension Team supports the horticultural industry by sharing up-to-date technical advice and product knowledge. This knowledge is passed on to growers through their local Technical Horticultural Representative or through regular grower meetings and seminars held throughout the country. These grower meetings are a popular event in the Fruitfed Supplies calendar, where our extension and Research and Development (R&D) teams enjoy sharing recent research on growing practices and trends along with product advancements.

 

The Extension Team is composed of Technical Specialists who keep abreast of the latest research and of growing practices. Working closely with Fruitfed Supplies' own R&D team, growers and suppliers, they are constantly increasing their knowledge of products and technological innovations, gaining an understanding of how these solutions can be applied to benefit New Zealand crops.



Monthly Technical Reminders

Each month our team of Technical Specialists share their crop knowledge and technical insights on wine grapes and horticultural crops. These Tech-Know tips give growers timely reminders on what insects and pests to monitor for and advice on what the best control options are, depending on environmental and seasonal factors.    

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Introducing our Technical SpecialistsIntroducing our Technical Specialists
Fruitfed Supplies Technical Extension Team Manager Kevin ManningFruitfed Supplies Technical Extension Team Manager Kevin Manning

Kevin Manning
Technical Extension Team Manager

Kevin leads the Technical Team, comprising of the Research and Development team which conducts trials, and Technical Specialists who share advice and learnings with customers and the wider Fruitfed Supplies team. Starting his career with Fruitfed Supplies, Kevin then worked as a Horticultural Consultant before rejoining as Technical Manager in 2014.

Fruitfed Supplies Technical Specialist Jon PeetFruitfed Supplies Technical Specialist Jon Peet

Jon Peet
Technical Specialist - Viticulture

Jon joined the Fruitfed Supplies Technical Team in late 2019 having spent 16 years working in the wine industry and an additional 15 years working in agriculture and horticulture around the world. Jon's passion is understanding the complex interactions between the vine, landscape and seasonal conditions that assist growers in producing the finest grapes and wines in New Zealand. 

Fruitfed Supplies Technical Specialist Gavin SubritzkyFruitfed Supplies Technical Specialist Gavin Subritzky

Gavin Subritzky
Technical Specialist - Nutrition

Gavin joined the Fruitfed Supplies Technical Team in 2011. Having worked in the horticultural industry for the past 30 years, Gavin has an extensive knowledge of crop nutrition specialising in fertiliser. He is especially interested in visiting growers and gaining an understanding of their crop nutrient requirements and presenting new ways of improving productivity through sound nutritional advice. 

Fruitfed Supplies Technical Specialist Elaine GouldFruitfed Supplies Technical Specialist Elaine Gould

Elaine Gould
Technical Specialist - Subtropicals

Dr Elaine Gould joined the Fruitfed Supplies Technical Team in September 2020. Prior to joining Fruitfed Supplies, Elaine was an Innovation Leader at Zespri (Protect Supply), and before that, she was a Scientist at Plant and Food Research. Elaine is passionate about extending knowledge and information, providing staff and growers with the know-how to grow their crops. 

Fruitfed Supplies Technical Specialist Chris LambertFruitfed Supplies Technical Specialist Chris Lambert

Chris Lambert
Technical Specialist - Vegetables

Chris has been part of the Fruitfed Supplies Technical Team since August 2023. Previously he has worked as a Research Agronomist and vegetable Crop Production Manager in Gisborne. Chris also has a background in IPM and is passionate about entomology. As part of his role, he enjoys working with growers and the wider industry, looking for solutions to pest, disease and soil health issues.

Fruitfed Supplies Extension Advisor Marcus FitzsimmonsFruitfed Supplies Extension Advisor Marcus Fitzsimmons

Marcus Fitzsimmons
Extension Advisor



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