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New Zealand Asparagus Council
NEW ZEALAND ASPARAGUS COUNCIL LEVY 2021 SEASON
Words by Karen Orr : HortNZ business manager
During the 2021 New Zealand Asparagus Council (NZAC) Annual General Meeting (AGM), growers voted in support of the following levy rate for this asparagus season:
• That the levy rate for 2021/2022 is increased to $200 per hectare of planted asparagus (excluding GST). All asparagus growers were contacted in November and advised that a decision was made to waive the additional subscription rate that was also voted on at the AGM. Funds raised by the levy will be used towards the operating costs and agreed activities of NZAC (as per the approved budget) which includes a variety trial programme, asparagus promotion, crop protection and environment management. Under the Commodity Levies (Asparagus) Order 2018, the final date for payment is 28 February 2022.
For any grower queries please contact info@hortnz.co.nz.
PLANT FOR SUCCESS
Pelous
120 – 130 day maturity cauliflower (location dependent), sowing mid January to late March for winter harvest. Strong plant vigour producing an excellent covered and well tucked curd.
Kaniere
Crisphead lettuce for late autumn up to mid winter harvest (location dependent). Well wrapped with dark green leaves. Producing flat/ round head with a nice internal colour. Kaniere cuts cleanly and has a small-medium butt.
Champ
Winter harvest cauliflower at 125 – 135 day maturity (location dependent). Sowing mid January to end of March for July to end of September harvest. Strong plant vigour producing an excellent wrapped and well tucked curd.
