Māori Horticulture joins Ahuwhenua Trophy competition

Diary and sheep and beef farming has been the mainstay of the Ahuwhenua Trophy in recognition of excellence in Māori farming - but for the first time in its 87-year history, horticulture is now part of the competition. The three orchard finalists specialise in growing green Hayward kiwifruit, Sungold and Sungold Organic - but two of the trusts have also diversified in growing berries and avocados. Justine Murray profiles each of the three orchards with Ratahi Cross, Homman Tapsell, and Norman Carter.