Can you bring seeds into NZ?

“Only permitted species listed in the Plant Biosecurity Index are able to be imported into New Zealand as either seed or nursery stock,” says Sid. The PBI can be viewed online. If the entry is not in the index or says ‘entry prohibited’ or ‘requires assessment’ you cannot import it.

Can you grow hops in New Zealand?

Climate: Wherever the hops are planted, a minimum of 120 frost-free days are needed for hop bines to produce flowers. The good news is that all of NZ is within the latitude for successful hop production.

Can hops be grown from seed?

Once established, hops are hardy, resilient plants with taproots that penetrate 15 feet into the earth. Growing hops rhizomes is the quickest method to establish new plants but propagating hops plants from bine cuttings or seed is also possible.

Can I grow and sell hops?

Hops can be a lucrative crop to grow. The giant providers out in the Pacific Northwest are wholesaling for as little as $3 per pound, but Gorst Valley’s small-scale hops can net as much as $15 per pound, giving the crop the potential to be an extremely profitable plant.

Is it legal to import seeds?

Lots of seed may be imported without a phytosanitary certificate under the following conditions: The importation of the seed is authorized by a written permit specifically for small lots of seed. Permits are usually valid for 3 years and cover multiple importations.

Can I take tea bags to New Zealand?

Tea containing honey powder needs to be shelf-stable and be limited to 50 teabags or less per passenger. Finally, you can only bring honey into New Zealand if it is honey that was produced and packaged in New Zealand and the packaging is tamper-proof sealed.

How much do hops sell for?

Marketing And Selling Hops Depending on the variety, hops can sell for anywhere from $8 to $20 per pound. The average farmers market consumer isn’t on the lookout for hops, so simply adding your harvest to your product table likely won’t get you the sales necessary to recover your costs.

Can you grow hops at home?

Possible ways to grow your hops are on a tall trellis near your house, or a tall pole using hop twine. Planted hops will grow well on an 18-foot trellis and can grow vigorously when limited to 12 – 15 feet of trellis. If you plan to grow more than one variety of hops, plant the mixed varieties at least 5 feet apart.

How long do hops take to grow from seed?

Growing hops (Humulus Lupulus) from seeds is a little bit tricky and requires patience. Hop seeds germinate in cold temperatures around 0 – 8 degrees celsius for about 4 to 8 weeks which activates them and gives them an impulse to start sprouting and grow.

Do hops grow back every year?

Hops plants produce cones, which are the actual thing you will be using in making your own beer. They are perennial, meaning they come back every year after dying down in the fall. They are also called bines, not vines. The entire plant is called a crown.

Are hops difficult to grow?

Hops are a perennial and produce bines annually. Hops should be planted in rows of hills about 8 feet apart with two rhizomes per hill and hills set about 2 to 3 feet apart. “Hops are difficult to grow on a small scale,” Paino advises. “They need a lot of attention, especially in late June and early July.”

How much does it cost to start a hops farm?

According to the Hop Growers of America association (USA Hops), it costs approximately $10,000 to cultivate a new field and $10,000 per year to maintain it. An acre can produce between 800 and 3,000 pounds annually, with specialty varieties selling between around $8-$14 per pound.

Who are the growers of New Zealand hops?

We are a cooperative of Master Growers, built on family values, whose legend and cultivars have been crafted for over 150 years with creativity and passion, aiming to be the most revered supplier of hops to the world. From our humble beginnings, we have grown into a strong and prominent primary industry in New Zealand.

How old does a hops Waimea plant need to be?

The plants have vigorous growth which provides welcome summer shade when trained over a pergola or arch. Grows to 20-30 metres then dies back in winter, remains should be trimmed back. Plant in sunny locations as plants need 13 hours of sun a day. Produces cones from 3 years old.

When to cut down hops in New Zealand?

The vines are cut down in late autumn, after the hop cones have been harvested, and remain dormant throughout winter. Then in spring, they burst back into growth, sending up bristly tendrils that can be snipped and steamed for a nutritious green that’s slightly reminiscent of spring asparagus.

What kind of hop is Motueka from New Zealand?

This is a New Zealand bred version of a popular United States hop. The Motueka hop represents a triploid substitute for the traditional Saaz. Its unique Saaz-like flavour, with a New Zealand twist, has made this hop very sought after by both craft and larger international brewers. Motueka has created a unique citrus flavour in several beer styles.