Fijian seasonal workers commended for breaking record in pumpkin harvesting

Fijian seasonal workers commended for breaking record in pumpkin harvesting

By Iva Danford
Thursday 02/03/2017

Fijian seasonal workers employed with Team Work in New Zealand have been commended for breaking the record in pumpkin harvesting.

One of the seasonal worker’s, Jaswinder Singh says they filled more than 200 crates of pumpkin in a week.

Team Leader, Senirusi Keteiwai from Nadarivatu says the group was able to achieve this through their dedication and team work.

The 20 workers were recruited in November last year, consisting of 9 workers from Cicia, Lau and 11 workers from Nadarivatu.

Team Work is located in Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand and produces pumpkin, onion, watermelon and other fruits and vegetables.

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