We Offer

Specialist consultancy, technical, research and education services to the New Zealand horticultural industry

Consultancy Technical Services Education Research

Consultancy

Working alongside growers, industry and government organisations to provide independent and qualified advice and analysis.

  • Work alongside growers to improve business performance and profitability
  • Provide industry analysis for industry and government organisations. This includes financial and agronomic monitoring and benchmarking
  • Offer independent crop loss assessment for insurance companies and industry groups
  • Participate in property and venture appraisal, expert evidence and peer review
  • We work in a range of crops and primarily have expertise in apples, avocados, kiwifruit, grapes, summerfruit and hops.
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Technical Services

Providing reliable and robust technical data and decision support in soil moisture, pest and disease monitoring along with other tailored services.

  • Provide weekly and continuous soil moisture monitoring and irrigation scheduling services using neutron probes and the full range of Sentek soil moisture equipment.
  • Supply MPI accredited pheromone trap services for codling moth and leafroller
  • Offer comprehensive pest and disease monitoring services for all commercially sensitive pathogens
  • Measure fruit numbers, fruit growth, quality and maturation and post-harvest storage performance
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Education

About Our Programmes

Discover practical, industry-focused horticulture education that grows real-world skills and sustainable careers. At Fruition Horticulture, we deliver accredited horticulture courses across New Zealand that combine academic rigour, hands-on training, Māori cultural perspectives, and deep industry collaboration—equipping you for success in Aotearoa’s dynamic horticultural sector.

Whether you’re entering the industry, upskilling, or seeking NZ micro-credentials, our programmes meet you where you’re at—and take you where you want to go.

Programme Offerings

  • Fruition Diploma in Horticulture Production (Level 6)

  • Micro-credentials (Diploma Papers) (Level 6)

  • Lincoln Diploma in Horticulture (Level 5)

  • Freshwater Risk Management Micro-credential (Level 4)

  • Emerging Leadership in People, Food and Fibre Industries Micro-credential (Level 4)

  • New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture (Levels 3 and 4)

  • RSE Education with Vakameasina

  • Hei Whanake Programme (Level 2)

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Research

Conducting independent and applied research and product development in crop physiology, protection, enhancement and post-harvest.

  • Work collaboratively with industry and crown research agencies in industry and government projects
  • Conduct field trials to develop new products and technology for clients in the horticultural service industry
  • Work with plant breeders, nurseries and growers to develop and test new varieties
  • Collaborate with overseas research institutions and consultants to adapt and develop new technologies
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Our Clients