Growing NZ

Changes ahead for GrowingNZ

GrowingNZ (PICA) was established in 2014 for industry, government and educators with a shared vision to work together to attract and grow a diverse range of talented people in our food & fibre sectors. Over the years, we’ve had great successes in delivering on our goals, assisted by a lot of wonderful people who shared our passion about opportunities in the food & fibre sector.

Eight years on, we are living and working in a different world from when PICA was established, although our food & fibre sectors still face shortages in our workforce. Dramatic changes in our operating environment mean it’s time to close PICA’s doors and hand over the torch to other food & fibre organisations and groups. They will continue much of our work. Many of our resources and programmes and opportunities to collaborate will continue to be available through other organisations as such the Ministry for Primary Industries, Muka Tangata, the Food & Fibre Centre of Vocational Excellence (CoVE), and the Food & Fibre Capability Forum.

Thanks for all your support.

He aha te mea nui o te ao
He tangata, he tangata, he tangata

"As a business, we knew we were in a good place with a good team, but I’ve always been interested in people and psychology, and I’m always keen to have new tools in my box." - Mark Guscott, Great Employer

Add to your toolbox and help your workplace go from good to great. Learn from great employers in our sector who are making changes to create a good workplace and be part of

https://www.growingnz.org.nz/great-workplaces/case-studies/mark-guscott

The journey to a rewarding career in our sector can take many shapes and forms - it's often tricky figuring out where to even start!

Olivia from Beef + Lamb New Zealand with hosts this cool new podcast, talking to young professionals from across the sector to help you figure it out. Hear about their journey into the sector, and (hopefully!) get inspired yourself and consider taking up a career in our resilient food & fibre sectors!

Find it wherever you get your podcasts - try this one for starters 👇
https://open.spotify.com/show/2GL3gSntSxlstPlc1FCFk6

Take a look at the finalists in the Primary Industries Good Employer Awards 👇👇

The sector is full of awesome people who are and what a way to celebrate those going above and beyond 🙌

Primary Industries Good Employer Awards This inaugural 2022 award recognises employers who have put in place initiatives to support an inclusive and diverse culture.

Take the next step in your career in and check out this internship programme with Ballance Agri-Nutrients

Our sales internship programme offers promising graduates an exciting hands-on experience that prepares them for the role of Nutrient Specialist within our sales team. Applications for our 2023 intake are now open so if you'd like to be an intern at Ballance, take a look at this page of our website https://ballance.co.nz/career-opportunities.

“Our voices matter, and we deserve to be heard!”

It's , and we're celebrating the valuable contributions young people bring to the workplace. Lochiel Station in Canterbury appreciates the innovation young apprentices bring to the farm. By supporting their learning, apprentices are able to apply what they've picked up in the classroom to what's going on on-farm. It's a win-win for everyone!

Find out how you can be part of with young people through Primary ITO and Beef + Lamb New Zealand.

Apprentices bring innovation to Lochiel Station | Primary ITO If you’re interested in enrolling with us, this page tells you about eligibility, how to enrol, what support you can get, and more...