Seeka Releases Sustainability Report 2023

3 July 2023
Seeka Releases Sustainability Report 2023
Listed produce company, Seeka Limited [NZX:SEK] has released its second Sustainability Report.

Seeka’s Sustainability Report 2023 introduces Seeka’s NZ$201 million Sustainability Linked Loan, which
replaces its previous banking facilities, and outlines the progress Seeka has made towards the
sustainability targets established in 2022.

Seeka’s 2022 carbon footprint increased to 22,839 tonnes C02e compared to 19,864 tonnes C02e in
2021. The acquisition of two post-harvest businesses, Orangewood Ltd and NZ Fruits Ltd, during the
period, as well as a full year impact of the 2021 acquisition of Opotiki Packing and Cool Storage Ltd have
increased Seeka’s absolute carbon footprint.

The report discusses Seeka’s response to climate change, with a focus on learning from the number of
extreme weather events the Company faced over the past year, including floods, frosts, cyclones, and
hail, together with the steps we are taking to reduce GHG emissions, operate in a safe environment, care
for our communities and govern the Company.

Last Friday, Seeka announced it had completed its banking refinancing at 30 June 2023, into a NZ$201
million Sustainability Linked Loan, with Westpac NZ acting as the Sole Sustainability Coordinator, Agent
and Mandated Lead Arranger and Bookrunner.

Seeka Chief Executive, Michael Franks, outlined that sustainability is increasingly considered in all
business operations and the introduction of the Sustainability Linked Loan further reinforces the
importance of sustainability in our business decisions.
The report is available on Seeka’s website: https://www.seeka.co.nz/reports

Release ends:
For further information please contact:

Michael Franks Seeka Chief Executive Officer +64 21 356516
Nicola Neilson Seeka Chief Financial Officer +64 21 841606

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1SEEKA LIMITED | ANNUAL REPORT 2021
JUNE 2023
SUSTAINABILITY REPORT

Growing
futures
Breno Codognolla, Trainee Orchard Manager

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Contents
2 Welcome to sustainable Seeka
4 Sustainability highlights
5 CO2e reduction targets
6 Sustainability Linked Loan
9 Seeka's climate impact
10 Seeka's carbon footprint
11 Intensity-based performance measures
12 Insights into Seeka's emissions
15 Governance
15 Climate-related risks and opportunities
16 Climate risk and impact assessment
17 Climate change risk and opportunity analysis
20 Carbon reduction initiatives
24 Waste minimisation
26 Regenerative horticulture
27 Social sustainability
33 Seeka and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

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Welcome to sustainable Seeka
Welcome to Seeka's Sustainability Report. Sustainability is reflected in our brand
attribute "Growing Futures" and is increasingly considered in all business operations.
Sustainability is not a marketing tool; we are making it an integral part of our conduct
and culture.
Supplying fruit in a changing climate
New Zealand and Australia have been impacted by extreme weather events in the last year, with floods,
frosts, cyclones and hail creating operational challenges. Seeka continues to assess its risks and mitigation
strategies arising from climate change.
Seeka is improving frost-protection and orchard shelter systems to protect against climate risks. Seeka
is also focused on soil health through regenerative horticulture, and assessing new crops in different
climates. You can see more on Seeka's jujube programme on page 23.
Transitional climate risks are being minimised by reducing Seeka's use of products that damage the
environment. We are switching to renewable energy generation, converting Seeka’s passenger fleet to
low-emission vehicles, eliminating refrigerants with a high carbon footprint as they reach end of life, and
reducing artificial fertiliser application rates.
Targeting net zero carbon
For the last four years Seeka has independently verified its carbon footprint. Seeka is working towards its
target to be net zero carbon by 2050, and has set interim targets of a 30% reduction in carbon emissions
by 2025, and a 50% reduction by 2030. In 2022, the baseline was reset to incorporate the carbon impact
of businesses acquired since 2019. You can see more on Seeka's carbon reduction targets on page 5.
On 30 June 2023, Seeka refinanced and entered into a Sustainability Linked Loan with its banking
syndicate. This allows the banking syndicate to actively support Seeka’s sustainability programme by
offering incentives and penalties that are linked to annual carbon reduction, solar installation and employee
safety targets. You can see more on Seeka's Sustainability Linked Loan on page 6.

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People
Seeka's team focuses on developing and upskilling employees to support their growth and career
aspirations, with our cadet scheme one example of the pathway Seeka provides to develop talent.
While Seeka operates a seasonal business, we are making more full-time jobs available by creating roles
that span orchard and post harvest work. During harvest, our peak employment period, we support local
people into seasonal jobs, and supplement local labour with people through the Recognised Seasonal
Employer (RSE) scheme. Seeka is also investing in better accommodation for overseas workers. You can
see more on Seeka's social sustainability on page 27.
Seeka operates in challenging environments which can present safety risks. Safety is central to our
business, with programmed health and safety meetings, inspections and audits, along with investments in
systems, barriers and protective equipment to keep our people safe. Seeka is serious about worker safety,
as reflected in the Sustainability Linked Loan. You can see more on Seeka's employee health and safety on
page 30.
Our communities
Seeka, alongside iwi and government, has invested in regional areas lacking capital to develop economic
activity and enablement. These investments assist regional development by facilitating orchard
development and operation, helping generate returns to landowners, and creating local job opportunities.
You can see more on Seeka's co-investment in iwi orchards on page 28.
Our RSE programme supports Pacific and Malaysian communities by enabling people to work in New
Zealand when our seasonal demands are high and cannot be met with our local workforce. In return this
generates income that the Pacific and Malaysian people can send home. We operate a pastoral care
programme that helps RSEs adjust to living and working in New Zealand. We recognise that working away
from families can be difficult and aim to support them while they are in New Zealand. You can see more
on Seeka's social sustainability on page 27.

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Sustainability
highlights
Generated
of renewable energy, enough solar to
power 56 houses
407MWn
tonnes of organic waste diverted to
regenerative horticulture; composted
at Seeka’s worm farm and applied to
Seeka orchards
100
fruits handled,
with kiwifruit, nashi, pears, plums, citrus,
persimmons, avocado, kiwiberry and jujube
9
160
hectares of kiwifruit, avocado
and kiwiberry in development,
transforming pastoral land to
high-production orchards
Recovered
tonnes of cardboard for recycling by
Seeka's packaging partner
273
22
hectares of jujube dates in
development, producing
crops with minimal water use
2.75
total recordable injury frequency
rate, well below Seeka's 4.5 target
Keeping
people safe with a
financially incentivises
Seeka to achieve
carbon reduction, solar installation and
employee safety targets for the next 5 years
Linked
Loan
New Sustainability
Diversifying with
Highlighted measures as at year end 2022, Sustainability Linked Loan implemented in 2023.

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CO2e reduction
targets
30%
50%
Net Zero
Greenhouse gas emissions
Reduction
Reduction
The reduction targets were based on 2019 category one and two emissions. As part of Seeka's Sustainability
Linked Loan, the targets have been reset to a 2022 baseline. The targets maintain the initial ambition, but
now incorporate Seeka's recent acquisitions. See more about the baseline change on page 6.
Absolute and intensity-based greenhouse gas emissions
reduction targets
2025
2030
2050
1000kW
2025
2025
75% by 2030
Refrigerants
Solar
Fleet Fuel
100% of
orchard strings
recycled by
100% of organic
waste diverted from
landfill by
Initiatives to achieve targetsWaste diversion
from landfill back
to orchards
Percentage of total fleet either
low or zero emissions vehicles
2025 = 15%
2030 = 25%
Reduction in fugitive emissions
leaks based on 2019 levels
Down 50% by 2025 and
&
of solar installed by 2025 (already
at 446kW).
3000kW by 2030

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Sustainability
Linked Loan
Seeka has executed a Sustainability Linked Loan structure with its banking syndicate. From 30
June 2023, Seeka's interest rate has been linked to achieving three sustainability goals; carbon
reduction, solar installation and employee safety.
Risk and rewards
The Sustainability Linked Loan rewards Seeka when it achieves yearly sustainability targets by decreasing
the annual interest rate on the syndicated banking facilities. If Seeka does not meet sustainability targets, a
higher interest rate is charged. This allows Seeka’s syndicate lenders to financially incentivise Seeka to achieve
predetermined sustainability performance targets.
Achieving all three sustainability targets delivers the biggest discount to Seeka's annual interest costs.
Westpac had a key role as the Sustainability Coordinator, leading the Sustainability Linked Loan process in
partnership with Seeka.
Key performance indicators and sustainability performance targets
The three key performance indicators have sustainability performance targets to reduce greenhouse gas
emissions, increase renewable energy generation and improve employee safety. Each indicator has a yearly
performance target that tracks incremental sustainability gains between the 2022 base year and 2027.
Key performance indicatorSustainability performance target2022 base year
2027 sustainability
performance
target
Reduce greenhouse gas
emissions.
Reduce absolute category 1 and 2 greenhouse
gas emissions to no more than 6,485 tCO2e.
10,173 tCO2e6,485 tCO2e
Reduce emissions intensity of category 1, 2, 3
and 4 greenhouse gas emissions to no more
then 42 tCO2e per $1 million of revenue.
66 tCO2e42 tCO2e
Increase renewable energy
generation capacity.
Install 1,114 kW of solar energy generation
capacity
1
.
Zero1,115 kW
Improve health and safety.Achieve zero serious injuries.1Zero
Achieve a TRIFR
2
of less than or equal to 2.5.2.752.5 or less
External review of our sustainability performance targets
External reviewer Morningstar Sustainalytics provided a second-party opinion to confirm alignment with
the internationally-agreed Sustainability-Linked Loan Principles. Sustainalytics also confirmed that Seeka’s
sustainability performance targets are ambitious.
1. Seeka had 446 kW of solar operating in 2022.
2. Total recorded injury frequency rate per 200,000 hour worked.

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Key performance indicator 1.
Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
The sustainability performance targets to achieve key performance indicator 1 is to reduce category 1 and 2
emissions to 6,485 tCO2e by 2027. This aligns with Seeka’s targeted 30% reduction by 2025, and 50% by 2030
1
.
Sustainalytics have assessed the alignment of Seeka’s absolute emissions reduction target with the SBTi’s 1.5°C
pathway and notes this key performance indicator goes well beyond the SBTi’s 1.5°C scenario, see SBTi.
Category 1 includes direct emissions from
Seeka-controlled operations, including vehicle
fuels, refrigerants and fertiliser. Category 2
includes indirect emissions from purchased
electricity.
Along with reducing absolute emissions, Seeka
is also committed to reducing its emissions
intensity. This is the total category 1 and 2 plus
transport and supply-chain categories 3 and
4 against total Group revenue. If Seeka fails to
meet its annual absolute reduction targets, but
does meet the annual intensity target, there is
no change in the base interest rate.
Key performance indicator 2.
Increase renewable energy generation capacity
3
The sustainability performance target to achieve key performance indicator 2 is to
install 1,115kW of new renewable energy generation capacity by 2027. This aligns
with Seeka’s target to have 1000 kW of solar installed by 2025, and 3000 kW by
2030
4
.
By adding renewable energy generation to post harvest roof spaces, Seeka
increases its energy resiliency, reduces exposure to energy price increases, and is
helping decarbonise New Zealand's electricity grid.
The progressive addition of solar is a key initiative to achieve Seeka’s carbon-
reduction targets, and contributes to the national goal of 100% renewable
electricity generation by 2030.
Key performance indicator 3.
Improve health and safety
The employee safety performance indicator targets zero serious injuries and a total
recorded injury frequency rate (TRIFR) below 2.5 per 200,000 hours worked by
2 0 2 7.
Seeka’s health, safety and wellbeing policy is focussed on ensuring everyone goes
home injury free, with zero serious injuries. The health and safety management
plan identifies, eliminates or minimises all hazards, and ensures all staff and
contractors are informed and follow the correct control procedures.
2022 2023
2
2024202520262027
10,173
9,219
8,372
7, 4 1 8
6,952
6,485
Reduction thresholds for absolute
category 1 and 2 emissions
Category 1 and 2 tonnes CO2e
202220232024202520262027
66
61
55
49
45
42
Reduction thresholds for intensity of
category 1, 2, 3 & 4 emissions
Tonnes CO2e per $1,000,000 revenue
202220232024202520262027
Zero
345
515
715
915
1,115
Solar installation thresholds
Total new generating capacity kW
2022
5
20232024202520262027
2.75
3.50
3.25
3.00
2.75
2.50
Health and safety thresholds
Recordable injuries per 200,000 hours worked
1. The baseline was reset to 2022 to incorporate recent acquisitions.
2. Excludes category 1 emissions (1,385tCO2e) from a Gisborne refrigerant leak which occurred prior to the execution of the Sustainability Linked Loan.
3. Category 2 emissions may include Renewable Energy Certificates.
4. Total cumulative solar installed by Seeka, including the 446 kW of solar operating in 2022.
5. 2022 TRIFR was significantly lower than the historic four-year average of 3.89 (2019 – 2022).

SUSTAINABILITY REPORT JUNE 2023 | SEEKA LIMITED8Teresa Williams, Line Manager, Seeka Oakside

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Seeka's climate impact
Seeka is working to understand and adapt to the challenges
of climate change, and has set a target of net zero carbon
emissions by 2050.
Since 2019, Seeka has been measuring its carbon footprint. Using this
information, Seeka has initiatives to reduce category 1 and 2 emissions
by 30% within three years, and 50% by 2030. This includes reducing
refrigerant gas emissions, and the use of fossil fuels, synthetic fertilisers and
electricity.
Category 2 emissions
come indirectly from purchased services. Our main source is:
Electricity
Powering our packhouses and coolstores
Category 1 emissions
come directly from Seeka's operations. Our main sources are:
Refrigerants
Leaking from
our coolstore
equipment
Fossil fuels
Burnt by our
transport fleet
Fertilisers
Applied on our long
term leased and
owned orchards

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Seeka's carbon footprint
Seeka measures its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in accordance with ISO 14064-1: 2018 - Greenhouse
gases. Toitū Envirocare has verified Seeka’s GHG emissions inventory, providing assurance across applicable
emission categories since 2019.
Seeka's approach to its carbon footprint is to prevent carbon emissions, then to reduce, and offset as a last
resort. No carbon offsets were purchased between 2019 and 2022.
Annual CO2e footprint, 2019 to 2022
Absolute carbon footprint in tonnes CO2e
19,504
19,220
19,864
22,839
Category2019202020212022Emissions
1
4,0513,8033,9004,465
Direct emissions controlled by Seeka
2
3,9733,6964,4875,708
Indirect emissions from purchased electricity
3
4,0694,4523,9874,618
Indirect transport emissions from Seeka's supply chain
4
7,4117,2697,4908,048
Other indirect emissions from Seeka's supply chain
Total
19,50419,22019,86422,839
Categories 1 and 2 are the direct and indirect emissions from Seeka operations. Because Seeka controls these emissions, they
are relatively easy to identify and quantify, and are typically the focus of emission reporting and are used for setting reduction
targets. Categories 3 (supply chain transport) and 4 (other supply chain emissions) are controlled by Seeka's supply chain
partners. Seeka has limited control over kiwifruit packaging, which contributes to category 4 emissions, as this is determined by
the regulated marketer Zespri. Seeka supports and encourages the development of sustainable packaging choices and remains
committed to minimising post harvest waste. Seeka recognises emissions for kiwifruit from orchard to port.
Seeka has no material category 5 or 6 emissions, which fall beyond the scope of Ministry for the Environment — Manatū Mō Te
Taiao guidance. Category 5 relates to the total expected lifetime emissions of the product sold, which is negligible for fresh fruit,
and category 6 captures any material emission sources that are not already captured in the former categories.
In May 2021, Seeka grew by more
than 20% with the acquisition of
OPAC, a kiwifruit business based in
Ōpōtiki. This contributed to Seeka
increasing its absolute carbon
footprint in 2021. Full-year operation
at OPAC, along with the acquired
Orangewood and Seeka Gisborne
businesses, contributed to a further
increase in 2022.

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82.3
76.5
64.2
65.6
46.1
41.5
29.9
28.4
Intensity-based performance measures
Seeka is in a fast-growing industry. While it is important to report our absolute carbon
result, as an expanding business it is equally important to report our efficiency gains.
Our total emissions are benchmarked against three intensity-based measures:
–Tonnes CO2e per $1,000,000 revenue
–Tonnes CO2e per 100,000 class 1 trays packed
–Tonnes CO2e per permanent employee
58.2
5 7. 6
50.7
54.4
201920202021202220192020202120222019202020212022
Per 100,000 class 1 trays packed
Tonnes CO2e
All three intensity
performance indicators
have reduced since
2019.
A drop in 2022 kiwifruit
yields contributed to the
2022 revenue and fruit
packed indicators being
higher than the previous
year.
Per permanent employee
Tonnes CO2e
Per $1,000,000 revenue
Tonnes CO2e
$
1m

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2,302
2,852
Insights into Seeka's emissions
Trends in Seeka's category 1 emissions
Total category 1 emissions have increased 10% since 2019, as Seeka handled a 30%
increase in kiwifruit volumes. Coolstore refrigerants and fossil fuels consumed by Seeka's
transport fleet and workshops are the main contributors to category 1 emissions.
–Seeka has decreased refrigerant leaks by 31% in three years, despite a 30% increase
in coolstore volumes. The conversion to carbon-neutral refrigerants provides scope to
further reduce Seeka's category 1 emissions.
–Growth and acquisitions contributed to a 58% increase in fossil fuel use since
2019. The uptake of electric and hybrid vehicles provides scope to reduce fossil fuel
consumption.
–Seeka has reduced synthetic nitrogen application rates since 2019, by switching to
naturally-occurring organic nitrogen. This sustainability gain has offset the increase
in leased orchards. When sourcing synthetic nitrogen, Seeka factors in the embedded
carbon in the procurement process (which is counted as a category 4 emission).
Refrigerants
Tonnes CO2e
Fossil fuels
Tonnes CO2e
Fertilisers
Tonnes CO2e
2,018
1,809
183
1,382
2,028
299
1,251
1,388
251
202
Seeka's main
category 1 emissions
Refrigerants
Leaks from coolstore
equipment
Fossil fuels
Burnt to power
Seeka's transport
fleet
Fertilisers
Applied to Seeka
long term leased and
owned orchards
201920202021202220192020202120222019202020212022

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Trends in Seeka's category 2 emissions
Category 2 covers the consumption of electricity,
predominately consumed to grade, pack and coolstore
fruit in New Zealand and Australia. Grid electricity is the
energy source for Seeka's core business and has increased
alongside coolstore volumes and machinery automation.
Total category 2 emissions are up 45% since 2019. Seeka
has also acquired three post harvest facilities since 2019.
Normally 80% to 85% of New Zealand’s electricity
is generated from renewable sources, with fossil fuel
generation making up the remaining portion. This means
that in years with higher reliance on fossil fuels, the category
2 emissions associated with using the same amount of grid
energy will be higher.
Seeka is working to reduce peak demand and is actively
switching to renewable energy.
3,973
3,696
4,487
5,708
2019202020212022
Category 2 emissions
Tonnes CO2e
Seeka's main category 2 emissions
Electricity
Powering packhouses and coolstores
Lighting

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Carbon sequestration in
kiwifruit orchards
Seeka is researching
improvements to soil health to
improve crop quality and yields
from healthier and more resilient
plants.
Seeka intends to incorporate
orchard carbon sequestration
once reliable and science-based
methods are established.
According to a 2011 Bay of
Plenty study
1
, each year organic
kiwifruit orchards sequester 2.4
tonnes of CO2e per hectare. With
Seeka managing nearly 2000
hectares of kiwifruit, this equates
to almost 4700 tonnes of CO2e
sequestrated each year. Seeka
has a further 160 hectares of
kiwifruit in development that will
further lift annual sequestration.
1. Page, Kelly, Minor and Cameron

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XRB climate-related
disclosure requirement
(NZ CS 1)AlignmentFuture development
GovernanceSeeka’s Sustainability Committee meets quarterly
to review climate risks, which are reported to the
Board.
Seeka’s Audit and Risk Committee also consider the
implications of climate-related risks.
Sustain ongoing assessments and transparently
communicate risks associated with climate change to
all levels of management on a regular basis.
StrategyPhysical and transitional climate-related risks
identified.
Risks and impacts assessed against various
warming scenarios and time frames.
Climate risks and impacts considered in capital and
funding allocation.
Risk mitigation and adaptation strategies identified.
Continuously analyse and assess the present and
expected financial implications.
Expand and integrate climate risk transition planning
into the business model and strategic framework.
Ensure alignment between transition planning, capital
allocation, and funding decision-making processes.
Risk managementDeveloped a climate risk register which is reviewed
annually.
Climate-related risks are incorporated into Seeka’s
risk management register.
Utilise smart technology and scientific weather
modelling to update climate risk assessments.
Metrics and targetsSince 2019, Seeka has measured and verified all
scopes of GHG emissions, including emissions
intensity, in accordance with ISO 14016-1:2018.
Public milestone carbon reduction targets
established and aligned to science
1
.
Annual targets established in Sustainability Linked
Loan from a 2022 baseline.
Update metrics used for assessing climate risks.
Explore internal carbon emission pricing.
Seeka will include recognition of orchard carbon
sequestration if regulations allow.
AssuranceGHG inventory awarded ‘reasonable’ level of
assurance.
Continue to achieve a high level of verification
assurance.
1. Third party, Sustainalytics assessed Seeka’s absolute emission reduction targets as science aligned using SBTi’s near-term science-based target tool.
Governance
Seeka is governed by a Board of Directors that is tasked with establishing the key objectives and strategy for the
company. Sustainability is core to Seeka's strategy and long-term success.
The Board has a sustainability sub-committee to provide strategic guidance and feedback to the Board and
management on Seeka’s sustainability framework, targets, measures, and performance.
The Sustainability Committee also considers the strategic implications of climate change and potential adaptation
needs of the business. The Committee meets at least quarterly and is comprised of at least two Directors of the
Board.
Climate-related risks and opportunities
Seeka discloses its climate-related risks and opportunities in line with the External Reporting Board’s (XRB’s)
Climate-related Disclosures (NZ CS 1) . Seeka’s climate-related risks are regularly reviewed and incorporated into
Seeka’s risk management register.

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Climate risk and impact assessment
Changing climate and an increase in severe weather events is
a threat to the business. This impacts the land and our people,
and the quantity and quality of the fruit Seeka handles. Seeka
is working to enhance its resilience by assessing climate-
related risks and impacts, and adapting business practices.
While changing climates introduce physical and transitional
risks that may be beyond Seeka’s direct control, Seeka is
identifying these risks and is formulating strategies to ensure
the business remains resilient.
New Zealand and Australia were impacted by extreme
weather events in the last year, including flooding, frosts,
cyclones and hail.
Physical climate risks
As a grower, Seeka is aware of the physical risks associated
with a changing climate.
Seeka uses frost protection and orchard shelter systems
to minimise frost and wind damage to kiwifruit crops.
Geographical diversity mitigates risk from localised weather
events, providing Seeka with a more resilient and adaptable
business model, however in 2022 all regions were effected by
weather-related events.
Seeka is implementing regenerative horticulture practices
to improve soil health. By adopting regenerative techniques,
Seeka is working to build healthier and more sustainable
orchard ecosystems.
Through innovation, adaptation, and responsible farming
practices, Seeka is navigating the evolving climate landscape
to maintain a resilient and sustainable position in the
horticulture industry.
Transitional climate risks
Seeka is transitioning its products and services to low
carbon alternatives. This includes reducing grid electricity
consumption through increased renewable energy generation,
and phasing in environmentally-friendly refrigerants as old
equipment reaches end of life.
Cyclone Gabrielle
Cyclone Gabrielle reached New Zealand
in 2023 and is an example of an extreme
weather event that could become more
frequent with climate change.
Gabrielle delivered heavy rains over much
of the North Island's main kiwifruit growing
regions, and severe flooding in the Hawke's
Bay and Gisborne. Many orchards in the
Hawke's Bay and near Gisborne were
severely damaged, however they are not a
large kiwifruit-growing regions.
Seeka supported its growers impacted by
flooding, and is using this event to better
understand the impacts of extreme weather.

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Climate change risk and opportunity analysis
New Zealand and Australia could experience more extreme weather events, including high-intensity rainfall, higher sea levels,
less winter chilling, higher average temperatures, and more extreme-heat days. Seeka has identified its climate change risk and
impact, and is working to develop an adaptation plan to manage this risk.
Transitional risks
Risks and opportunitiesImpactResponse
Regulatory changes
restrict chemical
applications for pest
control and crop
maintenance.
By controlling pests and disease, chemical
inputs maintain fruit quality and yield.
The chemical Hi-Cane improves kiwifruit
yields by promoting uniform budbreak
and flowering. Removing Hi-Cane without
finding a viable alternative could disrupt
the uniformity of fruit maturity resulting
in lower yields, quality issues and
subsequently increased food waste.
High R&D cost to find alternative chemicals.
Active involvement in industry associations, including regional
councils, government and regulators.
Research and development focused on chemical alternatives and
reduced chemical input, while achieving consistent quality and
yields. It is anticipated that Hi-Cane will be phased out over the
next ten years which should provide enough time to identify a
viable alternative.
Adopt regenerative horticulture practices, improve biodiversity,
and encourage beneficial insects and planting.
Changing consumer
preferences and new
market restrictions.
Changing consumer sentiment regarding
carbon footprint, chemical inputs, pests,
and diseases can impact fruit demand.
Adaptations in farming techniques may
be necessary to meet evolving consumer
demands.
Decarbonise our supply chain.
Progress pest management strategies and improve smart spray
plans.
Adopt regenerative horticulture practices to reduce chemical
inputs.
Research and development into chemical alternatives.
Regulations restrict
orchard water
availability.
Temperature increases may increase
demand for irrigation, which coupled with
tighter water restrictions could stress
orchards, impacting plant health and yields.
Develop farm environmental plans.
New developments must be able to access water or have on-site
water storage.
Improve irrigation infrastructure and harvest on-orchard
rainwater.
Use regenerative horticulture practices to improve soil health and
water retention.
Research and development on drought resilience, including
applying Australian learnings.
Introduction of
market mechanisms
add a cost for carbon.
The cost of carbon being priced into
commodities such as fuel and fertiliser.
Rising demand for carbon offsets.
Seeka has set 5, 10 and 30 year targets to progressively reduce
its carbon footprint.
Understand scope-3 emissions and work with suppliers to
measure and reduce their carbon footprints.
Develop a procurement strategy that values low carbon products
and services.

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Physical risks
Risks and opportunitiesImpactResponse
Risk to fruit yields
and quality from
extreme weather
events.
Heavy rain, flooding, frost, hail, high winds,
heat waves and fire can physically damage
plants and fruit, and impact fruit quality and
storability.
Extreme weather events such as high winds
and flooding could damage post harvest
facilities.
Geographic spread of orchards distributes the risk from extreme
weather events.
Invest in crop protection measures, such as irrigation, frost fans,
protection, shelter belts, and hail netting.
Avoid orchard development on land vulnerable to climatic
impacts such as steep slopes and low-lying coastal areas.
Consider flood plains, water supply and free drainage on
orchards and post harvest facilities.
Improve access to weather forecasting technology and response
planning.
Develop innovative crop protection solutions.
Risk to fruit yields
and quality from
higher average
temperatures.
Warmer winters reduce kiwifruit bud break
and yields, and increase the reliance on
chemicals.
Warmer winters increase pest pressure.
Higher temperatures impact water quality
and availability, raise drought conditions,
and degrade soil quality and biodiversity.
Increase the geographical spread of orchards.
Develop farm environmental plans to provide locally relevant
adaptation strategies.
Improve irrigation infrastructure and harvest on-orchard rain
water.
Monitor and improve waterways, biodiversity, and natural
ecosystem services.
Industry collaboration to develop resilient orcharding practices
and crops.
Apply Australian learnings.
Unseasonal weather
events impact crops
and disrupt harvests.
Plants use the cycle of seasons to time
growth, flowering and fruit development.
Climate change may impact plant health
and crop quality, yield and timing.
Adapt orchard and post harvest practices to changing seasons.
Improve weather-event protection measures, such as irrigation
and frost fans.
Diversify crop types and variety.
Risk to fruit yields
and quality from new
pests and diseases or
increased presence
of existing pests and
diseases.
Higher temperatures may support the
introduction of new pests and diseases.
Warmer, wetter conditions may support
higher populations of existing pest species.
Adapt orcharding practices to monitor and control pests and
diseases.
Geographic spread of orchards distributes the risk and allows for
a targeted response.
Enforce biosecurity controls on disease and disease vectors.
Introduce beneficial insects and plants to combat pests and
disease.
Research and develop better biological and chemical controls.
Rising sea levels.Higher sea levels may raise the water table,
reduce drainage, and increase ground water
salinity.
Unprotected coastal orchards may have a
higher risk of coastal erosion.
Establish a minimum altitude for new orchard developments.
Supply freshwater for orchards close to sea level.

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Opportunities
Risks and opportunitiesImpactResponse
Consumer demand
for sustainably
produced, healthy
foods increases
demand for Seeka-
handled fruit.
Stronger product demand and new markets.Ensure Seeka is an industry leader in carbon reporting and
adaptation.
Achieve carbon reduction targets.
Work with industry and suppliers to reduce the supply chain
carbon footprint.
Green financing
for low-carbon
developments.
Lower economic cost of carbon reduction
and sustainability programmes.
Engage with lenders of Sustainability-Linked Loans.
Investigate grants for carbon reduction and low-carbon
technology.
Higher soil CO2
levels improve plant
water use.
Orchards require less water.Understand soil carbon and water storage capacity.
Establish orchard management practices that best capture
carbon in the soil.
Climate change
opens new growing
regions.
Changing climates may allow productive
orcharding in colder regions.
Track and forecast new orcharding regions and match
suitable fruit varieties.
Leverage experience in handling multiple varieties in different
regions.
Adapt orchard practices.

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Carbon reduction initiatives
Renewable energy
As a major energy consumer, Seeka is transitioning to low-carbon sources. As operations rely on the national grid
to power refrigeration and packhouse machinery, Seeka’s carbon footprint from electricity is closely coupled to
New Zealand’s generation mix.
While between 80% to 85% of New Zealand's electricity comes from renewable sources, we rely on fossil fuels in
peak periods. Seeka acknowledges its responsibility to contribute to a low-carbon energy future and has set goals
to install new renewable energy sources.
By 2025, Seeka aims to have 1000kW of solar panels, with a target of 3000kW by 2030. These solar installations
supplement the national grid, reduce use of non-renewable energy, and help alleviate peak demand on the
national grid.
Seeka has installed 446kW of solar at three locations. Kiwifruit energy demand peaks in autumn and winter.
Seeka has installed solar at Seeka Kerikeri and Seeka Australia which handle a diverse range of crops and have a
more-consistent energy demand throughout the year. These sites also have good sunshine hours, making them
ideal for solar. Seeka also has solar panels at the head office.
Seeka continues to identify opportunities for solar installations, including packhouse rooftops in the Bay of Plenty.
Solar mitigates against future energy cost increases. Additionally, advancements in battery technology enhance
solar systems by storing power for later use.
Energy efficiency
Along with transitioning to renewables, Seeka is implementing new technologies and energy management
strategies to decrease our energy demand. This includes transitioning to LEDs, and incorporating natural daylight
into the design of new packhouse facilities. Lights are also being controlled by motion and lighting sensors which
automatically adjust light intensity. Seeka is evaluating and improving coolstore insulation, refrigeration systems
and equipment efficiency.

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Low emission vehicle fleet
Seeka aims to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and decrease its carbon
emissions from vehicle operations by transitioning to low-emission vehicles
(LEVs).
Seeka has assessed its vehicle fleet and requirements for different roles.
While mid-sized hybrids and electric vehicles are suitable for support
operations, Seeka's orchard operations team require larger 4WD vehicles
capable of transporting equipment between orchards and navigating off-
road conditions. Unfortunately, the current offroad options available in the
EV market do not meet Seeka's needs, and Seeka is awaiting viable vehicles.
Seeka has added five new hybrids and one plug-in hybrid, bringing the total
number of low-emission vehicles to 11. Seeka has also installed a dual 7kW
electric car charger at the head office, designed and installed by Hikotron in
New Zealand. Accessible through an app, the charger is available for staff,
visitors, and company vehicles. Seeka is looking at building its charging
network as it prepares to transition to LEVs.
Coolstore refrigerants
Seeka specialises in cooling and controlling the temperature of stored
kiwifruit, to meet a long supply window. Refrigeration gases, especially
those with high global warming potential (GWP), can have significant
adverse effects on the environment when released into the atmosphere.
Upgrading to environmentally-friendly refrigerants incurs significant capital
costs. Seeka is minimising refrigerant leaks through planned maintenance
and better leak detection. This minimises the potential environmental
impact, and enhances energy efficiency.
Seeka supports the government's transition from voluntary to legally-
regulated disposal of synthetic refrigerants and advocates for increasing
incentives for refrigerant gas destruction through the Cool-Safe product
stewardship scheme.

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Hybrid vehicle fleet
Seeka has installed two 7kW electric vehicle
chargers at Seeka 360 Head Office. New
low-carbon options are being added to Seeka’s
owned and leased vehicle fleet which currently
operates 11 hybrid vehicles.
Seeka’s 2023 goals are to grow its electric
vehicle charging network and increase the
percentage of low-carbon vehicles.
Worm farm
Organic post harvest waste was diverted from
landfill to Seeka’s worm farm. Vermi compost
recovered at the worm farm is recycled back to
Seeka orchards in a regenerative process.
Seeka’s 2023 goals are to maximise worm
farm waste recovery and investigate applying
circular waste management to other areas of
the business.
Solar energy
In 2022, Seeka had 446kW of solar installed
across its Australia and New Zealand sites
which produced more than 400MWh of
renewable energy. Seeka’s post harvest facilities
have large roof spaces suitable for solar.
Seeka’s 2023 goal is to install 345kW of solar.
LED lighting and sensors
In 2022, Seeka added more LEDs and motion
sensors to its large post harvest facilities. These
LEDs use up to 70% less power than previous
fittings. Stage one of Seeka’s roll out is expected
to save nearly a million kWh annually.
Seeka’s 2023 goals are to continue to install
LED lighting and motion sensors.
Waste management
Seeka recovered strings from more than 100
hectares of kiwifruit vines, which are recycled
into useful agricultural products, and recovered
273 tonnes of cardboard for recycling.
Seeka’s 2023 goals are to extend soft plastic
recycling to regional operations.
Regenerative horticulture
Seeka is reducing the use of synthetic inputs to
enhance biodiversity and soil health.
Seeka’s 2023 goals are to expand regenerative
horticulture, and share findings with the
grower community.
Zero GWP refrigerants
In 2022, Seeka upgraded Transcool coolstores
with a zero-carbon refrigeration system. By
replacing legacy coolstores with high-efficiency
rooms and ammonia coolant systems, Seeka is
progressing its commitment to achieve a 50%
reduction in harmful coolant leaks from the
2019 baseline.
Seeka’s 2023 goal is to further improve
refrigerant leak detection systems.
Packaging and waste
Seeka is considering innovative packaging
solutions. In Australia, Seeka has recently made
a transition from plastic to cardboard punnets.
Seeka’s 2023 goals are to progress packaging
innovation.
LED
Sustainability Projects
.

Case study
Jujube dates
In Australia, Seeka is trialling jujube
dates, a hardy, fast-cropping crop also
known as red or Chinese dates. Jujube
are part of the buckthorn family and have
a long cultivation history in Southern
Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
Currently, Seeka has 22 hectares of
jujube cropping or in development,
and has been supplying fresh fruit to
Australia's large retailers.
Seeka is aiming to expand jujube
production to 40 hectares in Australia.
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Crop diversification and climate adaptation
Over the past three years, Seeka has expanded its operations to encompass New Zealand's Northland, East Cape,
and Gisborne regions. Seeka is also growing and packing a range of fruit, including nashi, pears, plums, avocado,
kiwifruit, kiwiberry, jujube, persimmons and citrus.
By growing diverse ranges of crops in different regions, Seeka is building its knowledge base on how different soil
types and climates impact plant health and fruit yields. These learnings are helping Seeka adapt orchard practices
and help guide developments.

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Waste minimisation
Creating a circular economy
Seeka's waste minimisation initiatives showcase our commitment to sustainable practices, recycling,
and reducing the environmental impact of our operations.
Collaboration with landowners
Seeka's technical team and orchard managers work closely with landowners to cultivate sustainable
volumes of flavourful, visually appealing, and pest-free fruit. This ensures that the fruit meets high-quality
standards and reduces the likelihood of waste fruit.
VLS Testing Laboratory
Seeka’s testing laboratory monitors fruit maturity and provides clearance testing services for the kiwifruit
industry. By ensuring fruit is cleared for harvest at optimal maturity, VLS minimises waste from immature
or over-mature fruit.
SureStore Bins
SureStore bins are designed to protect fruit being transported from the orchard to the packhouse. This
minimises waste from transport damage.
Soft-handling technology
Seeka employs advanced soft-handling technology, including automated camera grading, to sort crops
according to market requirements. This technology ensures that quality fruit is selected for export, while
lower-grade fruit can be directed towards alternative uses, minimising waste.
Inventory management systems
Seeka's inventory management systems prioritise coolstore loadouts, ensuring that fruit is dispatched
based on quality. This reduces the risk of waste from storage losses.
SeekaFresh programme
Seeka’s marketing service SeekaFresh collaborates with retailers to match fruit supply with market
demand. This includes promoting the seasonal availability of Seeka fruit to consumers to optimise sales
and minimise waste by aligning supply with consumer demand.
Packaging innovations
Seeka has introduced net bagging for small or irregularly shaped kiwifruit and avocados, creating retail
space for fruit that may not have met traditional cosmetic standards. These innovative packaging
solutions, such as "odd bunch" programmes, allow Seeka to sell a greater portion of its fruit, reducing
waste and maximising value.

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Picking innovations
Seeka is implementing innovative picking bags to handle kiwifruit
more gently. The new bags reduce the potential for damage during
the picking process, to decrease fruit waste.
DNFC
Seeka's subsidiary, the Delicious Nutritious Food Company (DNFC),
specialises in processing fruit that falls short of retail-grading
standards. This fruit is transformed into functional food products
such as Kiwi Crush and Kiwi Crushies. Seeka also processes
avocado into avocado oil.
SeekaFresh, the marketing arm of Seeka, directly promotes and sells
these products, making them easily accessible to consumers.
Seeka worm farm
Seeka's worm farm receives residual waste from DNFC's Kiwi Crush
operations and organic waste from the packhouse. The worms turn
this waste into vermi compost, which is then used as a compost
on Seeka orchards. Seeka has the capacity to divert 100 tonnes of
organic waste each year.
Recycling kiwifruit vine strings
Where practicable, kiwifruit strings are collected after harvest and
sent to Plasback, a member of the government-accredited product
stewardship scheme, to be recycled into durable plastic products.
Cardboard recycling
Seeka utilises large volumes of cardboard packaging. In 2022,
273 tonnes of packaging were collected and recycled through the
company's supplier, Oji Fibre Solutions.
Shift to easy-to-recycle cardboard cartons
Seeka Australia has been transitioning away from single-use plastic
packaging. Plastic punnets have been replaced with easy-to-recycle
cardboard cartons. Seeka's eight-pack kiwifruit cartons, made from
cardboard, are now available for sale in Woolworths and other
leading Australian retailers.
Seeka's new picking bags ensure kiwifruit are
handled more gently.

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Regenerative horticulture
Historical land management practices rely on synthetic chemicals
and nutrients to maximise productivity, but these practices can
have negative impacts on the environment by disrupting the health
of the soils and waterways. Seeka recognises the importance of
biodiversity in creating a circular and interconnected system.
Seeka has a team of technical specialists who are continuously
reviewing orchard practices.
Some of the initiatives we have implemented include:
–Sward growth and beneficial plantings: We encourage the
growth of diverse vegetation in and around orchards to support
beneficial insects, improve soil structure, and enhance overall
biodiversity.
–Innovative mowing practices: We have adopted innovative
mowing techniques that reduce the need for weed sprays,
promoting a healthier and more natural ecosystem.
–Composting: Seeka actively promotes composting to increase
the organic matter content in the soil, improving its fertility and
structure.
–Reducing synthetic nutrient usage: We are working to minimize
the reliance on synthetic nutrients, exploring alternative
methods and organic practices to support orchard health and
productivity.
–Supporting organic orcharding: Seeka provides support and
resources to growers who choose organic orcharding methods,
promoting sustainable practices and reducing chemical inputs.
–Protecting waterways: Seeka is committed to protecting
waterways by implementing riparian plantings and regenerating
wetlands, creating buffer zones that filter runoff and enhance
water quality.
Through these initiatives, Seeka aims to enhance soil health while
promoting biodiversity, which contributes to the production of
high-quality fruit and the long-term environmental well-being of our
orchards and ecosystems.

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Social sustainability
At Seeka, social responsibility is a fundamental aspect of our brand attribute, "Founded on Relationships". We
work towards being an employer of choice, and highly value our connections with the communities in which we
operate. The welfare and well-being of our growers, clients, employees, investors, and communities are of utmost
importance.
We strive to create a positive and inclusive work environment for our employees, ensuring fair treatment, equal
opportunities, and fostering their professional growth. We also prioritise the satisfaction and success of our
growers and clients by delivering excellent service and building strong relationships based on trust and mutual
benefit.
In addition, we recognise the impact of our operations on the communities we serve. Seeka engages with local
communities, supporting initiatives that promote social development, environmental sustainability, and economic
growth.
Our people
Seeka is committed to being an employer of choice. Seeka believes in fair compensation for all employees and is
working to report our performance on pay equity, ensuring that everyone receives equitable remuneration for their
work.
Seeka is committed to investing in the safety of our people, implementing robust safety measures. Additionally,
Seeka establishes remuneration structures, provides training opportunities, and offers clear career pathways that
attract and promote the best individuals within our industry. Seeka recognises that our people are the driving
force behind Seeka's success, and we celebrate and express gratitude for their valuable contributions.
Seeka's ongoing commitment to our workforce ensures that we create an inspiring and rewarding company
culture. We strive to be an employer that attracts, retains, and nurtures top talent.
Partnering with Māori
Seeka acknowledges the importance of its partnerships with Māori and holds these relationships in high regard.
Seeka has the largest number of Māori kiwifruit growers, and is actively investing in partnership with Māori to
develop kiwifruit and other orchards. These investments are stimulating the Māori economy and communities.
Māori entities hold a substantial shareholding in Seeka, which grants them a voice and influence within the
company. This ensures that Māori perspectives, values and aspirations are represented and taken into account in
Seeka's decision-making processes.

Case study
East Cape orchard developments
Seeka is partnering with iwi and Kānoa
(Regional Economic Development &
Investment Unit) to create employment,
generate long-term wealth and strengthen
communities in the East Cape.
Our co-investments to grow 40 hectares
in Raukokore, 12 hectares in Te Kaha and
10 hectares in Hawai, is helping a new
generation of iwi leaders obtain a thriving
social and economic future. The orchard
developments are growing the Māori
economy, improving land utilisation, creating
local jobs and returning value to Māori as
orchard owners.
In Raukokore, Seeka is a foundation partner
of the $14 million Wai o Kaha orchard
development. The investment has created
skilled roles and economic development,
which in turn has lead to tangata whenua
returning home.
The iwi, Kānoa and Seeka-funded
development has established 40 hectares of
Hayward kiwifruit orchards on former maize
and grazing land, irrigated by a Kānoa-funded
water system.
Seeka has supported iwi to establish the local
contractor Raukokore Kaimahi to work on the
development, along with other orchards in
the region.
The revitalisation of Raukokore is being
guided by Willie Te Aho and includes Kānoa-
funded housing that is helping locals into
home ownership through a rent-to-own
scheme.
Willie and the iwi of Te Whānau-ā-Apanui
are working to grow the venture, with a
vision to have 100 hectares of kiwifruit in
Raukokore.
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Case study
RSE programme supports Pacific
social and economic development
Seeka has recognised seasonal employer
workers (RSEs) from the Pacific and
Malaysia. They have become an integral part
of Seeka, with many returning year after year.
Since borders reopened in 2022, Seeka
has welcomed 1200 RSEs and remains
committed to their wellbeing in New
Zealand.
Seeka offers opportunities to RSEs to gain
new skills and increase their knowledge
base while in New Zealand. While directly
benefiting each worker, upskilling also
has a positive effect on their families and
communities in their home countries.
To support RSEs from Kiribati, Solomon
Islands, Samoa, Tonga, Vanuatu, and
Malaysia, Seeka helps with their physical,
mental, and spiritual wellbeing, with Seeka's
pastoral care service ensuring their sense of
belonging and connection within the Seeka
workforce.
Seeka is building Turanga Whetu, a new
accommodation facility scheduled to open in
July 2023. Located on Sharp Road in Katikati,
Turanga Whetu will accommodate up to 140
RSEs, expanding the area's accommodation
capacity.
Turanga Whetu, meaning "Star Base,"
will offer modern amenities, including
recreational areas, lounges, kitchen and
laundry facilities, and facility-wide Wi-Fi.
A special blessing ceremony will mark
the formal opening of Turanga Whetu,
symbolising the beginning of the RSEs'
stay in this welcoming and well-equipped
accommodation facility.
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Esera Isaako, RSE from Samoa

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Health and safety
Seeka has a health and safety team who ensure the well-being of our workforce operating in diverse
workplaces with moving machinery, tractors, forklifts and heavy vehicles. Seeka continues to invest to keep
our people safe, including new guarding and barriers that remove opportunities for plant and people to collide,
and our new HIT-NOT proximity detection systems that protects people from moving forklifts.
On-orchard movements are tracked via the one-step Seeka app sign-in process, which provides direct access
to accurate orchard maps that clearly mark hazards.
We have a lead measure to our safety performance indicators that records safety meetings and attendance
across the business. Health and safety support includes:
–Free and anonymous access to a professional employee assistance programme (EAP)
–Regular reporting of health and safety targets and performance
–Health and life insurance benefits
–Embracing the Global.G.A.P. GRASP module that supports worker welfare
Community sponsorship
In 2022, Seeka donated $320,834 to support New Zealand youth development, community, cultural and
sports groups, and Pacific health initiatives. Seeka proudly supported the following groups in 2022:
Ashbrook School
Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust
Autism NZ
BOP Dragon Boat Club
BOP Rugby Union
BOP Symphonia
Citizens RSE Te Puke
Eastbay REAP
Eastern District Rugby & Sports
Fairhaven School Fundraising
Association
Gisborne Tairāwhiti Rugby League
Gisborne Young Grower of the Year
Hauraki Waka Ama Club
Heart Kids
Katch Katikati Incorporated
Katikati Cricket Club
Katikati Hockey Club
Kerikeri Cricket Club
Kerikeri High School
Kerikeri Rugby Football Club
Kids Foundation
Lion Club Tauranga
Lions Club Katikati
Lions Club Gisborne
Made in Te Puke Trust
Matakana Island Rugby Team
Motu Trails
Mt Maunganui Bridge Club
Mums4mums Charitable Trust
Ngamuwahine Trust
Ngāpuhi Iwi Social Services
New Zealand Frisbee team
Omanu Golf Club
Ōpōtiki College
Ōpōtiki Golf Club's Matariki Golf
Tournament
Ōpōtiki Surf Life Club
Otamarakau School
Our Kerikeri Community Charitable
Trust
Paengaroa School
Pongakawa School
Purangi Golf & Country Club
Radio Lollipop for Children in Hospital
Rotary Club Katikati
Rotary Club Papamoa
Rotoiti Fishing Club
Tauranga Intermediate
Tauranga North Tai Mitchell
Te Aranui Youth Trust
Te Kura Mana Māori o Maraenui
Te Puke Agriculture & Pastoral
Association
Te Puke Boys & Girls Agricultural Club
Te Puke Bridge Club
Te Puke Community Patrol
Te Puke Cricket Club
Te Puke Events and Promotions Group
Te Puke Golf Club
Te Puke High School
Te Puke Intermediate
Te Puke Pony Club
Te Puke Smallbore Riffle Club
Te Puke Sports & Recreation Club
Te Puke Squash Club
Te Puke Tai Mitchell
Te Puke Tennis Club
Te Ranga School
Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Ranginui
The Going Bananas Show
The Job Agency
The Kids Foundation
Tia Marae Charitable Trust
Toi Kai Rawa
Top Energy Far North Science
Te Puke Volunteer Fire Brigade
Waerenga-A-Hika Squash Club
Waihau Bay Sports
Western Bay Heritage Trust
Western BOP Cricket Association
Young Fruit Growers
Zespri AIMS Games

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Social report
With "Select Excellence", Seeka strives to continually improve our performance for stakeholders and deliver an excellent service
that supports prosperous communities.
ResponsibilityInitiativeAchievements
Engage youth into
industry
CadetshipSupported five new cadets into the workforce in 2022.
Seeka's cadetship provides a three-year skills development pathway covering orchard and
post harvest operations that give cadets comprehensive knowledge about the industry.
Current key achievements include:
–Integration of Tikanga Māori.
–New post harvest stream that broadens learning and development.
Currently a first-year cadet has chosen the post harvest stream with a second-year cadet
moving to post harvest next year.
–Formal public speaking opportunities with government working groups.
–Cadets help with Seeka information and social events to gain valuable networking
opportunities with the grower community, improve cadet confidence and support
Seeka's community engagement.
Our second-year orchard cadets are in supervisory roles and developing leadership skills
with our RSE units while also developing their orchard management skills.
Our third-year orchard cadets are working towards trainee manager roles, where there is
significant competition.
Our third-year post harvest cadet has performed a broad range of packhouse leadership
roles, and is also taking a supply and distribution course.
UpskillingTrainee orchard
management
programme
Seeka has two trainee orchard managers that oversee a small portfolio of orchards. With
close support and mentoring from their regional manager, the trainees learn all aspects of
orchard management, until a position becomes available and they are ready to manage 50
hectares.
Level 3 training
programme
Recently created, the level 3 programme allows leaders to increase their supervisor and
manager skills, and to improve Seeka's operational efficiency through standard processes
and procedures.
InternshipsGeneral managers consider projects suitable for an intern. Interns gain experience in the
area they are studying, create networks, increase awareness, grow aspirations and develop
skills. It is also an opportunity for our team to share their skills in a professional environment.
This year we had four interns:
–IT; created a strategy road map for Seeka's IT team.
–Finance; evaluated Seeka’s plant, equipment, and motor vehicle assets.
–Finance; cost modelling for DNFC
–People and capability; created a survey for Seeka's RSE unit to help improve the
programme.
Toi Ki Tua
internship
The people and capability intern came through the Toi Ki Tua Māori internship programme
which is focussed on helping Māori tertiary students enter high-value career pathways.

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ResponsibilityInitiativeAchievements
Wellbeing'Seeka You’Seeka's people and capability team has partnered with
health and safety to form the support platform Seeka You.
Seeka You covers emotional, mental, physical and financial
support, and has a set of convenient tools and handy apps
that help employees prioritise their wellbeing. The Seeka You
calendar also keeps employees up to date and encourages
participation in activities that promote wellbeing, such as
Gumboot Friday and Pink Shirt Day.
Cultural, age and
gender diversity
Diversity studySeeka undertook a diversity study to assess cultural, age, and
gender diversity at Seeka. The findings indicate that 58%
of Seeka's workforce are male and 42% female. The results
are being analysed to inform future diversity strategies and
planning. Seeka aims to ensure a fair and equitable working
environment for all employees, irrespective of their gender,
cultural background, or age. The study's insights will play a
crucial role in shaping Seeka's efforts to promote inclusivity
and diversity within the company.
Working with MSDHelp New Zealanders into meaningful
employment
Seeka works closely with the Ministry of Social
Development to prioritise New Zealanders into the
workforce, as we liaise with multiple agencies to find
suitable work in our orchard and post harvest operations.
Understand Seeka
people; who we are,
our aspirations, and
our relationship with
Seeka
Permanent employee engagement survey
The 2022 survey indicated an improvement in employee
engagement. Available to all permanent staff, the survey
informs future engagement planning and strategy
development. Seeka values employee feedback and uses
survey insights to enhance initiatives and foster a positive
work environment.
Annual performance and development
review
Provides employees with the opportunity to discuss their
workplace experience, clarify expectations, and plan for
future professional development. These reviews encourage
communication, setting goals, and supporting employee
growth.
Exit surveyExplores both positives and negatives to guide
improvements. The survey is offered to all departing
permanent employees.
Seasonal worker
engagement
Seasonal work campaignsKeeping people engaged to work at Seeka throughout the
harvest season. Seeka was fully staffed at the start of harvest,
and through incentives and a range of fun and inclusive
activities, such as food shouts and dress-up days, Seeka has
maintained a turnover rate under 3%.

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Seeka and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) are a collection of 17 interlinked global
goals designed to be a "blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all." Established in 2015
by the United Nations General Assembly, the UNSDGs are intended to be achieved by 2030.
Seeka's operations are closely aligned with the following eight United Nations Sustainable Development
Goals (UNSDGs):
Fostering healthy communities.
Supplier of healthy nutritious food.
Promoting a safe and healthy work
environment to our staff.
Monitoring our carbon footprint.
Working towards carbon neutrality.
Reducing energy intensity of fruit
supply.
Committed to achieving the Paris
targets < 2 degrees.
Providing local and rural work
opportunities.
Supporting people back into the
workforce.
Partnerships with hapū, iwi, Pacific
peoples.
Paying a fair wage and benefits.
Providing training opportunities
and supporting growth within the
company.
Interconnected land and sea.
Value and protect ecosystem services.
Restore soil health.
Promote healthy biodiversity.
Reduce negative externalities.
Recognise the connection between
land and sea.
Environmental compliance.
Seeka strives to be agile, innovative,
and industry leading.
Embrace new technology.
Interconnected land and sea.
Value and protect ecosystem services.
Restore soil health.
Promote healthy biodiversity.
Reduce negative externalities.
Recognise the connection between
land and sea.
Environmental compliance.
Zero food waste to landfill.
Use less resources.
Improve packaging through
innovation.
Valued partnerships to support SDGs
with local communities, hapū, iwi and
Pacific communities.
Read more about Sustainable
Development Goals
See the United Nations Sustainable
Development website.

seeka.co.nz
34 Young Road, RD 9, Te Puke 3189
PO Box 47, Te Puke 3153, New Zealand
+64 7 573 0303, info@seeka.co.nz