Our People
Founded by Ben and Frances Wickham, Ormond Nurseries began in 1977. Since then, we have earned a reputation for quality and consistency, with an unwavering commitment to producing quality grapevines.
The business is now run by the next generation with their children with Marcus and Susie in charge of day-to-day operations. We continue to invest in our future with advancements in technology, automation, efficiency, and vine health to provide our customers with an excellent product.
We love a chat and we are happy to answer any questions you may have. Give us a call on +64 3 577 6354 or contact any of our team members below.
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Marcus Wickham
General Manager
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Susie Wickham
Chief Financial Officer
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Samantha Wickham
Client Relations & Future Orders
0210 8455 691 -
Karen Griffiths
Plant Sales and Office Manager
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Nick Burgess
Production Innovation and R & D Manager
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Andrew Court
OSH Manager
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Debbie Abernethy
Production Manager
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Tash Materoa
Scionwood and Rootstock Manager
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Tomas Mercau
Field Manager
Ormond Nurseries was founded on a dream and a healthy appetite for risk. It all started with Ben Wickham, “a man of action,” who took a bold idea and a 10ha block of bare land and grew it into the largest family-owned grape nursery in New Zealand.
We live and work in Marlborough and are committed to supporting our local community.
We strive to actively support youth sports and education across the region, alongside the professional development of our customers and the wider winegrowing industry.