Management Team

Kevin, along with his brother Musso, co-own and operate Clyde Orchards together. Kevin grew up on the orchard, only leaving briefly in the 1980’s to complete a science degree at Otago University and then a couple of years traveling in the UK and Europe.

Kevin now shares a home with his wife Meg only 100 meters from the original orchard homestead.

Kevin’s main focus is on marketing and business development. read more >>

Raymond, “Musso”, is the other half of the Clyde Orchards partnership. Musso has also spent most of his life on the orchard only leaving briefly in the 1980’s to complete a Diploma in Horticulture at Lincoln University, followed by the mandatory couple of years traveling in the UK and Europe.

Musso spends most of his time in the field overseeing the production side of the business, which has become much more sophisticated and diverse over the years as the orchard has expanded. read more >>

With over 20 years of industry experience, a B Com and a Dip Hort, Kris brings knowledge and experience to the Clyde Orchards management team. Packhouse based, he is responsible for managing the packing and orchard operations throughout the year. With passion for the industry, a love for the product and drive for success, Kris takes a great deal of pride being part of Clyde Orchards reputation as a premium supplier of summerfruit both domestically and internationally, and the growth of the company and its brands.

The family values of the company are not lost on Kris who has a very supportive wife, Karla and three kids Zavier, Anika and Marco. In his spare time he enjoys being part of his kids sports, fishing, mountain biking and playing squash.

Sam  started out at Clyde Orchards as a casual employee working during fruit seasons. In 2021, after a couple of seasons he had the opportunity to become a full time member of the team. He is now working and studying toward horticultural qualifications in fruit production.

In his spare time Sam enjoys sport and exercise, spending time with family and friends, and a range of other hobbies that keep him busy. He is also involved in the community as a volunteer fire fighter.