In Hawke's Bay, a significant endeavor has been successfully concluded to repair and clean approximately 29,200 fruit bins affected by last year's cyclone, aligning with the commencement of the apple picking season. The restoration project, a collaborative effort involving Tumu Group, the Evergreen Foundation, and governmental support, offered a vital enhancement to growers by refurbishing bins at no additional cost. This initiative spanned roughly a year, addressing bins laden with silt due to the previous February's floods. The endeavor not only involved Tumu's facilities in Hastings but also benefited from the support of neighboring properties. Through this initiative, damaged bins, some of which were initially deemed irreparable, were meticulously restored and sanitized before being returned to the growers, thereby facilitating the ongoing harvest.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 01, 2024 13:05 UTC