Bert’s Berry Farm & Bert van Geffen in the media
At Bert’s Berry Farm, our commitment to excellence in strawberry plant propagation has not gone unnoticed. Over the years, Bert van Geffen, co-founder and head grower, has become a respected name in the horticulture and strawberry industry. Our innovative approach to cultivation and unwavering focus on quality has garnered attention from industry leaders and the media alike.
Featured Articles & Media Coverage
From our revolutionary plant propagation methods to our sustainable farming practices, Bert & Bert’s Berry Farm has been the subject of numerous features in agricultural magazines, industry blogs, and local media outlets.
Below are some key highlights
HortiDaily
“Plant Sauna treatment for strawberries grants a clean start”
March 2025
Bert’s Berry Farm introduces game-changing tray plants to New Zealand, empowering growers with stronger starts, higher yields, and a new standard in strawberry production.
Grower2Grower
“Summer Planting at Bert’s Berry Farm: A New Chapter For New Zealand Growers”
November 2024
Bert’s Berry Farm champions Summer Planting with robust tray plants, empowering New Zealand growers to boost yields, simplify production, and deliver premium strawberries when demand peaks.
HortiDaily
“Plant Sauna treatment for strawberries grants a clean start”
June 2024
Bert’s Berry Farm utilizes the innovative Plant Sauna treatment to ensure disease-free strawberry plants, thus providing a clean start while simultaneously fostering sustainable growth.
Grower2Grower
“Unveiling a New Era in Strawberry Farming with Tray Plants at Bert’s Berry Farm”
March 2024
Bert’s Berry Farm introduces tray plants to New Zealand, thereby revolutionising covered strawberry farming by providing clean, mature plants that are ready for harvest.
Moleda
“Strawberry Plants Receiving Sauna Treatment at Bert’s Berry Farm”
August 2023
At Bert’s Berry Farm, the innovative Plantsauna treatment is applied to ensure disease-free strawberry plants, thereby contributing to a clean start and promoting long-term sustainable growth.
Horticulture New Zealand & NZ Grower June 2023
“Energy Efficiency Innovations at Jade Garden Produce in Canterbury”
June 2023
Robert and Rachael Lindsay at Jade Garden Produce actively implement energy-efficient practices, thereby reducing energy costs while simultaneously boosting sustainability in their indoor cucumber farming.
Grower2Grower
“Bert van Geffen – Expert Horticulture Coach in Greenhouse Production”
June 2024
With decades of experience, Bert van Geffen offers tailored horticulture coaching for greenhouse strawberry and other crops. By providing this personalised guidance, he helps growers achieve optimal results both in New Zealand and abroad.
Country Life in BC
“Silicon control of fungal issues trialed”
March 2024
Silicon’s ability to control powdery mildew in strawberries strongly appeals to Bert van Geffen, Head Grower for Star Group in Saskatoon, Canada, as it offers a promising solution for managing this common issue.
HortiDaily
“From Cannabis to Strawberries: Greenhouse Conversion Led by Bert van Geffen”
November 2021
Horticulture coach Bert van Geffen successfully leads an innovative project, converting a 25-year-old cannabis greenhouse into a state-of-the-art strawberry facility. In the process, he not only showcases practical solutions but also overcomes significant challenges, such as fire damage.
HortiDaily
“Bert van Geffen – Coaching Growers Worldwide with Expertise and Modern Techniques”
March 2019
Horticulture coach Bert van Geffen actively shares his expertise with growers worldwide, while also offering remote guidance on climate, irrigation, and pathogen control. Through this support, he helps smaller and more remote growers not only improve but truly thrive.
GroentenNieuws
DUTCH: “Bert van Geffen – Wereldwijde Coach voor Telers in Glastuinbouw”
November 2021
Horticulture coach Bert van Geffen deelt zijn uitgebreide ervaring met telers wereldwijd. Daarnaast biedt hij advies en ondersteuning op het gebied van klimaatbeheer, watergift en teeltoptimalisatie, zowel op locatie als op afstand.
Innovators in Strawberry Propagation
Bert’s Berry Farm isn’t just about growing plants; we’re pioneering the future of strawberry farming. Our unique propagation methods, combined with sustainable practices, have earned us a place in numerous media outlets, positioning us as leaders in New Zealand’s commercial strawberry industry.
Join us in transforming the future of strawberry growth!
Follow our journey in the media and see how we’re helping commercial growers achieve better yields with healthier, more resilient plants.
