Northland Regional Supreme Winner Open Day – Wiroa Horticulture

Alan Dobbie of Wiroa Horticulture

Come along and learn more about this award-winning kiwifruit orchard in Kerikeri.

Alan Dobbie, (Business Manager, Craigmore Sustainables) will share how he manages environmental stewardship, highly efficient water management, and an excellent staff culture while remaining profitable.

The Open Day will include an overview from Alan and Pieter Trass (Seeka) as well as a property tour.

Guest Speakers include:

• Arjune Dahya, Horticulture NZ
• Alan Dobbie, Water management and staff culture
• Pieter Trass, Orchard Manager (Seeka) Biodiversity and GHG emissions and reductions
• Northland Regional Council, Freshwater and Funding

When

Wednesday 6 May 2026, 10:00am – 1:00pm

Schedule

10.00am Sign in and cuppa

10.20am: Housekeeping, mihi & introductions

10.30am Alan Dobbie

11.00am Property tour and presentations

1.00 pm Closing & lunch courtesy of Rabobank.

Where

370 Wiroa Road, Kerikeri

https://maps.app.goo.gl/DvgX86ojFGuE3VRy7

Biosecurity

Please ensure all vehicles and footwear are clean to comply with biosecurity requirements.

Vehicles

Please carpool where possible to reduce number of vehicles onsite

RSVP

For catering purposes please RSVP to Ellie Ball northland@bfea.org.nz