John Dine
Mobile 021 223 4214
e-mail: johndine@fruition.net.nz
Qualification: B.Hort.Sci (1979) Massey University.

John works on all aspects of pip and stonefruit production with a strong emphasis on elevating apple tree performance with superior pruning, thinning and harvesting.

John began his career as a Horticultural Consultant with MAF for 9 years then joined the private sector with Rex Graham and Associates. John ran his own Horticultural services company for 5 years before joining Agriculture NZ Ltd which evolved into Fruition.

Jack Hughes
Mobile 021 223 4213
e-mail: jackhughes@fruition.net.nz
Qualification: B.Hort.Sci (1981) Lincoln University.

Jack also works on all aspects of pip and stonefruit production ranging from orchard development, fruit production through to supply chain management.

Previous experience includes 12 years at HortResearch in research orchard management and pomology, fruit physiology and new variety development. 3 years as a consultant with Agriculture NZ and experience in commercial orchard management, part-time Cadet tutoring at the EIT and 2 terms as a Director at Fruitpackers HB Co-operative.

Susan Neighbours
Mobile 021 223 4218
e-mail: susanneighbours@fruition.net.nz
Qualifications: Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology (2007) Lincoln University.

Susan manages the irrigation scheduling and recommendation service which improves quality and yields with efficient and accurate water use

Terry Fraser
Mobile 021 2234217
e-mail: terryfraser@fruition.net.nz
Qualifications: Cert Hort Management. Cert in Hort Fruit Prod. Cert in Organic Hort. Cert in Adult Learning and Education (1990-2005)

Terry manages the pest and disease monitoring service, conducts training in organics and participates in research projects across a range of areas including market access, organics and post-harvest quality.