Tag: food_processing

Government Inaction Leads to Loss of Hawke's Bay Processing Factory

2 Aug 2026 3:36 p.m. · Source: Green Party

The Green Party blames government inaction for Hawke's Bay growers losing the McCain factory, impacting local food production. This raises concerns about food security and the future of regional processing facilities.

Politics and Government Business General Politics Economy Agriculture Social Issues Green Party Hawke's Bay food processing McCain factory food security government policy Election
Hawke's Bay Mayors Seek Government Support for Food Sector Study

16 May 2026 8:35 a.m. · Source: Hawke's Bay Mayors

Hawke's Bay Mayors met with government officials to seek support for a grower-led feasibility study. This initiative aims to explore options for retaining large-scale vegetable processing capabilities following recent plant closures, addressing regional economic and food security concerns.

Politics and Government Business General Politics Economy Employment and Labor Agriculture Energy Environment Hawke's Bay Food Processing Government Support Feasibility Study Regional Development