About NZ Hops Ltd.

We are a cooperative of Master Growers, built on family values, whose legend and cultivars have been crafted for over 150 years with creativity and passion, aiming to be the most revered supplier of hops to the world.

From our humble beginnings, we have grown into a strong and prominent primary industry in New Zealand. In 2020 NZ Hops Ltd. are exporting to over 20 countries around the world with key markets being the USA, UK, Australia and Asia.

Growers

The story of hops craftsmanship spans 150 years in the Nelson region, with many of todays growers continuing the legacy and knowledge handed down over many generations.

Brewers

From plant to pint, we get to work with the Growers (the hop Heroes) and the Brewers (the hop Alchemists) who use our hops locally, around New Zealand and internationally to produce craft beers that whet your appetite.

Featured collection

Wai-iti™

(2-3.5% AA)

A fine aroma hop with fresh peaches and apricot characters within a weight of essential oils

Motueka™

(6-8% AA)

An aroma hop with a distinctive fresh crushed citrus “Mojito” lime character.

Riwaka™

(4.5-6.5%AA)

A unique aroma hop with a powerfully fuelled tropical passion fruit character.

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News.

NZ Hops Ltd CEO resigns

19/05/2022

Craig Orr, CEO of NZ Hops Ltd, has resigned from the co-operative after two and a half years in the position. Craig is moving on to focus on new business interests. During this time, Craig has led significant change for the organisation, now with a strong focus on being a customer facing business. He has also refreshed the master NZ Hops brand and launched Nectaron® - the rock star new variety taking the world by storm. He leaves the co-op with a great team and new relationships established in key markets with distributors and partners. Nick Eden (Finance Manager) and Dave Woods (Supply & Operations Manager) at NZ Hops will be assuming key leadership accountabilities through the transition period until a new CEO is appointed. Any further queries can be directed to Board Chairperson Maurice Noone at maurice.noone@mgn.co.nz. 18 May 2022