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Justin Renata—Champion pruner

Justin Renata, One of Onsite Education’s viticulture students based in Gisborne, took the title of best individual pruner at the national finals of the Silver Secateurs competition held in conjunction with this year’s Romeo Bragato Conference.

The conference and competitions were held in Napier from 20-22 August.

For the past seven years Justin has been competing in the competition, always getting well placed in the regional finals. He was delighted to win the national title this year.

Justin works at the Pernod Ricard Saints Vineyard and is studying towards his National Certificate in Horticulture (Level 4, Advanced), viticulture

Graduation 2009

Onsite Education held a graduation ceremony in March for the Marlborough students achieving the National Certificate in Horticulture (Advanced Viticulture) Level 4 at the Brancott Montana winery in Blenheim.

Joining in the celebration of the success of the students was a number of their employers, also Blenheim Mayor Alistair Sowman and Kaikoura District MP Colin King.

Guest speaker Jean-Charles Van Hove, Winegrowers of ARA Viticulturist congratulated the graduates on their success and encouraged them to consider further training and advancement within the industry.

A great night for all involved including the Onsite Education Directors and staff from Marlborough, Taranaki and the Hawkes Bay.

2009 Graduates

Head Tutor Glenn Kirkwood

Director Bruce Findlay

Jean-Charles Van Hove

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