Alex McDonald Ltd

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NameAlex McDonald Ltd Last edited by: Sarah Davy

DescriptionAlex McDonald and its contracted seed potato growers produce high health seed potatoes for the New Zealand fresh market, crisping and French fry sectors. Seed potatoes are also grown for markets in the South Pacific. Founded in 1941 in Springston, the company has been growing potatoes across Canterbury since 1950, and currently has 72 varieties for sale.

Source: Alex McDonald website, October 2023 Last edited by: Sarah Davy

Start Date1941 Last edited by: Sarah Davy

Collection

Farming for the Future in Ellesmere

Alex McDonald Ltd premises in Waterholes Road, Springston.
Source: Potatoes NZ website https://potatoesnz.co.nz/news-info/80-years-of-alex-mcdonald-ltd-powered-by-potatoes/

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Collectionfarming for the Last edited by: Sarah Davy

PlaceSpringston Last edited by: Sarah Davy

More InformationAlex McDonald website Last edited by: Sarah Davy

History of Alex McDonald Ltd Last edited by: Sarah Davy

1962 Advertisement for Alex McDonald potatoes Last edited by: Sarah Davy

1941 Advertisement for Alex McDonald Ltd Last edited by: Sarah Davy

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Alex McDonald Ltd