Matt Crawford

Matt Crawford is a Matamata beekeeper known for his work with kiwifruit orchards in the Bay of Plenty. He typically provides beehives for pollination services, crucial for the growth of kiwifruit, which relies on insect pollinators due to its unique flower arrangement. Recently, he was in the news discussing the concerns surrounding the potential impact of yellow-legged hornets on pollination services in the region, urging fellow growers to remain vigilant against sightings of these pests.