Berryworld

General information

Provision of Research and Development services to berryfruit industry organisations and through them to growers
Berryworld was established by Geoff Langford in 2012 and looks to develop a multidisciplinary approach for crop management, development and production. A cultivar selection and propagating portfolio aims to develop plant cultivars to suit New Zealand conditions. Berryworld aims to advise growers and berry industry organisations on the use of pesticides, fertilisers, irrigation and pest and disease management in New Zealand and internationally.

Geoff Langford has 44 years experience as a scientific advisor in the horticultural industry. Geoff's experience in plant breeding, propagating and management sees him as an expert advisor to the berryfruit industry in New Zealand and offshore.

Bronwyn Braithwaite is a scientist in the Berryworld team. Bronwyn has over 30 years experience in horticulture and plant pathology. She has experience with a wide range of crops including ornamentals and berries. Bronwyn has extensive experience in setting up, running and reporting on research trials.

Rob Silberbauer is a scientist in the Berryworld team. Rob has 4 years experience in Entomology, Zoology and Ecology. He is able to identify aphid pests using morphological characteristics and has an active interest in all insect pests and beneficials.

Any general deliveries to:
C/- Plant & Food Research
Canterbury Agriculture & Science Centre,
Gerald St, Lincoln, 7608, NZ

(Note: Please do not send any plant or insect samples to this address - please contact us for instruction if this applies)