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Tasmanian cherry exports reach record value
Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, and Vietnam remained the key export destinations for the 2025/26 season
USDA reveals AFTPP funding awardees
Washington Apple Commission, California Table Grape Commission and Pear Bureau Northwest among beneficiaries
The Philippines could soon challenge Japan as a leading importer for Australian table grapes
Demand for the premium fruit steadily grows as the 2025/26 export season continues
Flexibility drives innovation at AVI Global Plast
Vertically integrated operations help AVI Global Plast meet changing needs of fresh produce industry and its customers.
Zespri targets further growth in China
One senior executive sees “huge” potential to increase fruit consumption across the market
Tru-Cape plants historic apple tree marking 364 years
South Africa’s apple industry has marked a historic milestone with the planting of only the fourth known Witte Wijnappel tree in the country
T&G’s Envy becomes New Zealand’s first billion-dollar apple brand
Major milestone reflects sustained global demand and years of investment in the marketer’s integrated end-to-end apples system
Seeka targets 47mn trays amid weather and fuel challenges
Supplier provides update on New Zealand kiwifruit season, as well as plans for expansion in Australia
AvoGrey Greenskin avocados win gold at NZ awards
Bred by David Grey and marketed exclusively by MG Group, volumes of the variety are expected to increase over the next five years
Redpop apple expands presence in Asia with launch into new market
Move follows targets announced in 2025 to double production by 2028
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Lulu flies in produce to meet festive demand
Fruits and vegetables shipped in from India to ensure ample supply for Vishu celebrations
Gene-edited banana approved in Japan and Brazil
Tropic’s non-browning variety can now be imported, sold, and consumed in both countries, and grown in Brazil
CMI Orchards’ anniversary update to American Dream offering
Fresh packaging and display material to commemorate 250 years since the Declaration of Independence was adopted
East-West Seed wins social impact and innovation awards
East-West Seed has received recognition in India and the Philippines for its continued efforts to strengthen seed systems and deliver practical value to farmers through innovation and partnership.
Sunkist introduces fresh digital series
Peel Talk digital initiative aims to position citrus as both a wellness food and a catalyst for everyday connections
Home-bred varieties lead Korea’s export push
New grapes, strawberries and pears are headlining export development efforts
T&G Global explores break-up options amid sale process
Divisions of T&G Fresh could be sold off to different buyers as part of one option under consideration
Pagoda’s strategic restructuring shows promise
Despite revenue loss of 20 per cent in 2025, Chinese retailer sets sights on profitability
Scales posts strong results as Mr Apple maintains premium growth
New Zealand group says it expects good pricing and favourable exchange rates to support apple exports in 2026
Positive global demand drives strong start to T&G’s apple season
Company reports on smooth transition from Northern to Southern Hemisphere Jazz and Envy apples