Need dinner inspiration? Potatoes make meal planning simple. They pair beautifully with meat, seafood, vegetables, salads, and plant-based dishes, making them one of the easiest ingredients to build a meal around. Delicious, versatile, and loved by the whole family. potatoesnz.co.nz/recipes #potatoesnewzealand #versatilepotatoes #deliciouspotatoes #nutritiouspotatoes #potatoesonyourplate

Behind every delicious potato is a grower who has spent months planning, planting, monitoring, and harvesting to produce a quality crop. From early mornings to long days in the field, New Zealand potato growers work hard to ensure potatoes reach our plates year round. Today, we're saying thank you to the growers who help feed New Zealand. #ThankAGrower #potatoesnewzealand #potatoesonyourplate #deliciouspotatoes

World Food Day is a reminder of the important role food plays in bringing people, communities and cultures together. From paddock to plate, New Zealand's potato industry is proud to contribute to a food system that delivers nutritious, versatile and delicious food for consumers. Today we recognise everyone involved in producing food and helping build a resilient and sustainable food future. #WorldFoodDay #potatoesnewzealand

Ready to take your career to the next level? The Potatoes New Zealand Charitable Trust Business School Scholarship provides an opportunity to attend the renowned Potato Business School in Emmeloord, Netherlands. Develop your leadership and business skills, connect with international industry professionals, and bring new ideas back to New Zealand's potato industry. Applications are now open. Learn more: potatoesnz.co.nz/industry/yo… #potatoesnewzealand #Leadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #potatoscholarship

Today, on International Day of Rural Women, we celebrate the women who help keep New Zealand's rural communities thriving. From the paddock to the packhouse, research to leadership, and farming businesses to industry organisations, rural women make an important contribution to the success of New Zealand's potato industry and wider food sector. Thank you for the knowledge, resilience, leadership and passion you bring to our industry every day. #InternationalDayOfRuralWomen #potatoesnewzealand

One ingredient. Endless possibilities. One day they are crispy roast potatoes. The next they are a warming soup, a summer salad, or fluffy mashed potatoes. However you prepare them, potatoes provide a delicious foundation for meals all year round. #potatoesnewzealand #deliciouspotatoes #versatilepotatoes #nutritiouspotatoes #potatoesonyourplate

Listen to Radio NZ - Glenn Forsyth, First Up's Minister of Fruit and Veg, recommends potatoes for the week ahead and takes First Up to a famous Auckland produce shop. rnz.co.nz/national/programme…

Cyber Security Week - Protect Home base Cyber security doesn’t stop when you leave the office. When you are at home, your work laptop shares a network with your phone, TV, smart speakers and other connected devices. Keeping that network secure helps protect both home and work. Here is how you can secure your home WiFi: • Change your router’s default password to a long, strong and unique passphrase • Keep your router and connected devices updated • Consider using a guest network for visitors and smart devices • Being cyber smart is a good habit, wherever you are.

Potato Fact Friday! Did you know a potato is made up of around 80% water? That is one of the reasons potatoes can be cooked in so many different ways while still delivering a delicious eating experience. Roast them for crispness, mash them for creaminess, or bake them for a fluffy texture. One vegetable, countless possibilities. #potatoesnewzealand #deliciouspotatoes #versatilepotatoes

WEBINAR: Prepare for El Niño El Niño is expected to bring a more volatile growing season, with heightened risks ranging from drought and heat to heavy rain, frost and access disruption. Join Earth Sciences New Zealand Principal Scientist, Chris Brandolino on Tuesday, 13 October at 12 noon for a practical grower webinar covering the latest outlook, what it could mean across New Zealand, and the steps horticulture businesses can take now to prepare. Register Now: tinyurl.com/WebinarElNino

Cyber Security Week - Keep it current Putting off that update? Don’t. Cyber criminals look for weaknesses in outdated software to get into your devices, and AI is helping them find and exploit those weaknesses faster than ever. Updates help close those gaps by fixing known security vulnerabilities. Turn on automatic updates for your devices, apps and browsers, so you get the latest security fixes as soon as they are available. Stay current. Stay protected.

Cyber Security Week - Keep it to yourself Scams thrive on sensitive information. The less cybercriminals can find, the less they can use against you or your customers. Not everything needs to be shared. Check who can see your social media, and think carefully before giving sensitive information to an AI tool. • Check your social media privacy settings • Think before sharing sensitive information with AI tools • Before you post or paste, ask: would I be happy if this became public? The more scammers know about you, the easier you are to target. Remember, scammers can not use information they do not have.

Can you spot the scam? AI is making scams more convincing than ever, so treat any unexpected request as suspicious. Think before you click: • Check who the message is really from • Be wary of unexpected or urgent requests. Find out more: ownyouronline.govt.nz/person…

The Rural Support Trust is hosting a complimentary brunch for the Manawatū rural community at Lewis Farms in Levin. The brunch is a great opportunity for growers and farmers to take a break, connect with others in the region, and meet the local Rural Support Trust team. Wednesday 14 October Lewis Farms, Levin 9am to 12pm Find out more and RSVP by 7 October: rural-support.org.nz/events/…

Potatoes New Zealand is taking part in Cyber Smart Week (5-11 October) to help build cyber smart habits and strengthen cyber resilience. AI attacks are getting smarter, faster, and harder to spot. Cyber criminals are not only targeting computers, they are targeting people. Let's all work together to be a strong line of defence against these attacks. Find out more: ownyouronline.govt.nz

Thinking about entering Young Grower of the Year? Come along to the Pukekohe Young Grower Pre-Event BBQ! Whether you are considering entering next year's competition, want to learn more about what is involved, or simply catch up with others in the industry, this is a great opportunity to connect in a relaxed and informal setting. 📅 Wednesday 14 October, from 5pm 📍 Bioeconomy Science Institute, 49 Cronin Road, Pukekohe The BBQ is free to attend and is a fantastic way to meet past competitors, hear about their experiences and find out how the competition can support your personal and professional development. Know someone who might be interested? Please spread the word and encourage them to attend. Register now: events.humanitix.com/pukekoh… #younggroweroftheyear #potatoesnewzealand #pukekohe

Invest in your future. Potatoes New Zealand Charitable Trust Bursary applications close in one week. The Potatoes New Zealand Charitable Trust Bursary is designed to support people who are passionate about growing their skills, knowledge and contribution to the potato industry. Whether you are looking to undertake study, attend training, or further your professional development, this bursary could help you take the next step. Applications close on Friday 9 October. Find out more and apply now: potatoesnz.co.nz/industry/yo…

Potato Fact Friday! Potatoes are truly out of this world. Potatoes have been grown in space related experiments because of their ability to produce nutritious food efficiently. Scientists have even explored potatoes as a potential crop for future space missions. From New Zealand dinner plates to discussions about feeding astronauts, potatoes have come a long way. #potatoesnewzealand #potatoesonyourplate #mightyvegetable

Vegetable growers and industry representatives came together last Friday for the Vegetable Sector Pre Election Political Debate at the Pukekohe Golf Club. This was a joint event hosted by NZVeg, the Pukekohe Vegetable Growers Association and Potatoes New Zealand. It was a valuable opportunity to hear from political representatives and discuss the issues that matter most to New Zealand vegetable growers ahead of the General Election. Thank you to our panellists and attendees for contributing to an engaging and constructive evening. #potatoesnewzealand #VegetableIndustry #Election2026

What's for dinner tonight? Whether you are after a comforting classic, a fresh seasonal dish, or something a little different, potatoes are a versatile favourite for every table. Find your next meal idea in our recipe section: potatoesnz.co.nz/recipes/ #potatoesnewzealand #PotatoRecipes