Click here to email Grant: grant.mckay
@farmlands.co.nz

Grant’s passion for horticulture began over 30 years ago, working in market gardens during his youth. He later earned a B.Com Hort and Diploma in Horticultural Management from Lincoln University, leading to a career in research, development, and technical advisory roles.

An expert in pipfruit, stonefruit, and viticulture (both conventional and organic), Grant also has experience in kiwifruit and forestry. Since returning to Central Otago in 2014, he has helped establish our brand in the region and launched the Young Fruit Grower of the Year Competition, supporting future talent.

Grant received the Horticulture New Zealand Industry Service Award in 2023 and the Kellogg Rural Leadership Scholarship in 2013. He currently serves with Summerfruit NZ and the New Zealand Institute of Primary Industry Management.

As National Key Account Manager for Horticulture, Grant aims to use Farmlands’ scale and his expertise to provide growers with top technical advice and resources. His philosophy: "It’s about relationships and sound technical advice," aligns perfectly with Farmlands’ cooperative spirit.