Dan Peach
Technical Team
Blueberries New Zealand (BBNZ) has a wealth of industry expertise, backed by our dedicated technical team. Our team provides valuable insights, research, and best practices to support growers in improving crop quality, yield, and sustainability. Whether you're looking for advice on pest management, soil health, or the latest innovations in blueberry production, our experts are here to help.
Who are we?
Rob SilbaurerRob has been working with Blueberries NZ for over 10 years in several different roles including Research and Development Manager, General Consultant, Pest and Disease Advisor, and most recently BBNZ’s Programme Manager. He has also had consultancy and advisory roles for other berry industries including Strawberry Growers NZ, Boysenberries NZ, and Blackcurrants NZ. He has a keen interest in Entomology and specialises in understanding and identifying invertebrates found in horticultural systems. Rob runs his own consultancy business named Silverleaf Research which services industries, growers and export groups to help them achieve their production, innovation, market and compliance goals.
Blueberries New Zealand Inc. represents and seeks to further the interests of the New Zealand Blueberry industry. Click here to find out more
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