MG Group partners with The Gut Foundation

New Zealand fresh produce co-operative, MG Group, has become a Platinum Partner of The Gut Foundation.  

“This partnership represents a shared commitment to the health of our communities as there is a natural synergy between the fresh fruit and vegetables our growers produce and the important work of The Gut Foundation,” the company said in a release announcing the move.   

Through direct programmes of work and partnerships with health and community organisations, The Gut Foundation helps the public understand why a diet including fresh, healthy produce is a key driver for long-term wellbeing.  

“At the MG Group, our whole-of-organisation approach is ‘Together Stronger’ and this partnership reflects that,” said MG group CEO, Peter Hendry. “Teaming up with The Gut Foundation, helps us amplify the message that fresh, healthy produce supports a healthy life.  

“We are proud to enter into this partnership on behalf of our staff and growers, whose collective hard work helps provide access to the fresh healthy produce the Foundation is working to promote.”  

While the partnership supports the broad work and initiatives of The Gut Foundation, a key focus will be on creating educational content for primary and secondary schools. By encouraging healthy eating habits early, MG Group aims to drive generational change.  

“We are incredibly grateful to have the MG Group join us as a Platinum Partner,” said The Gut Foundation CEO, Alice Fitzgerald. “There is a powerful alignment between our mission to improve health outcomes and MG’s role in the fresh produce industry.  

“Their support will allow us to deliver vital gut-health education to schools and empower the next generation to make healthier choices for life.”