Ben is a third-year student at Massey University who has just completed his studies towards a Bachelor of Horticultural Science. Having grown up in the Wellington area he has appreciated the opportunities his degree has given him to work in and learn about the rural sector. Ben has a passion for perennial crops like fruit and hops and wants to join the horticulture industry as a grower. He would like to thank the NZIAHS for their award and is pleased to join the institute.