“While this particular chapter has come to an end, it doesn’t diminish our commitment to finding a future for vegetable growing and frozen vegetable production in Hawke’s Bay. Our growers remain committed to exploring what opportunities may still exist.” Hawke’s Bay is one of New Zealand’s key food-producing regions, and vegetable growing and processing are vital to local jobs, our regional economy and the country’s food security. We will continue to stand alongside growers and advocate to Central Government for a strong and sustainable future for vegetable growing and processing.” The councils said they would continue working alongside growers, industry and Government to determine whether there remains a viable future for vegetable growing and frozen vegetable processing in Hawke’s Bay.