Environmental and Policy / Introducing the new Environmental and Policy portfolio
Introducing the new Environmental and Policy portfolio
The External Relations portfolio has had a name change to Environmental and Policy to better reflect the intent of the work within the portfolio and the focus on environmental issues from a global and New Zealand perspective. To support the importance of this work, key principles have been developed:
- Support retention of highly productive horticulture land
- Maintain the right to grow
- Deliver the best policy outcomes for all growers
- Protection of the environment while enabling orchard growth
- Work proactively and constructively with stakeholders
- Deliver outcomes that benefit the community
These principles will be at the heart of everything we do as we navigate through a changing and challenging growing environment. The portfolio will still retain its focus on working effectively and proactively with government and officials to get the best possible outcome for growers.