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Mātai Pacific Iwi Collective Wins 2026 Ahuwhenua Trophy for Māori Horticulture Excellence
Ahuwhenua Trophy 2026: Mātai Pacific Iwi Collective wins top Māori horticulture award
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The Mātai Pacific Iwi Collective has won the 2026 Ahuwhenua Trophy, recognizing their excellence in Māori horticulture. As Zespri's largest Māori shareholder, they have increased their asset value to over $130 million since 2018, reflecting their commitment to unity and land stewardship.
- 01The Ahuwhenua Trophy honors excellence in Māori horticulture.
- 02Mātai Pacific Iwi Collective is Zespri's largest Māori shareholder.
- 03The collective's asset value has surpassed $130 million since 2018.
- 04Chief Executive Charles Russell emphasized their commitment to land and community.
- 05Their motto, ‘one orchard at a time,’ reflects their approach to growth and prosperity.
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The Mātai Pacific Iwi Collective has been awarded the prestigious 2026 Ahuwhenua Trophy, which celebrates excellence in Māori horticulture. As the largest Māori shareholder of Zespri, the collective has significantly increased its asset value to over $130 million since 2018. Chief Executive Charles Russell expressed pride in their team and highlighted their commitment to unity, referring to their motto, ‘one orchard at a time.’ This reflects their dedication to land stewardship and the prosperity of future generations. Russell noted that their roots in the land are key to their ongoing success, and they stand proudly alongside other notable Māori organizations such as Otama Marere and Ngāti Hine Forestry Trust.
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The recognition boosts the profile of Māori horticulture and encourages sustainable practices in the community.
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