08 December 2007

Shoppers will find it easier to buy Kiwi made products thanks to the Buy Kiwi Made Fund decisions announced today by Ms Sue Bradford, Government Spokesperson for Buy Kiwi Made.

The three successful applications total $211,788.  Grants are for half the cost of each project and must be matched by the same level of funding from each organisation.

“We’re delighted to support the Farmers’ Markets organisation to develop its reputation of promoting New Zealand made and grown products, particularly food products,” says Ms Bradford.  “Shoppers will be able to source good information about the markets and their wares.  The Buy Kiwi Made grant of $95,900 enables Farmers’ Markets to ensure the authenticity of the produce and goods sold.”

The $3 million Buy Kiwi Made Sector and Regional Initiatives Fund was set up to support sectoral and regional projects associated with Buy Kiwi Made.   Four applications were not successful in round two.  The third and final, funding round will open in early 2008.   Details will be announced on the website

More info on Buying Kiwi Made can be found at www.buykiwimade.govt.nz