Kiwifruit news archive
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ArticleDry conditions a concern for Greek stonefruit producers
The north of Greece is known for its reliable rainfall, but this year’s abnormally warm, dry weather is a worry for peach and nectarine growers preparing for the new campaign
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ArticleZespri puts NZ kiwifruit on hold in Europe after mice alert
No fruit from company’s first new-season consignment of SunGold will be released until further inspections have been carried out and any affected product is destroyed
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ArticleZespri’s 2024 China sales season underway
First shipment of Zespri kiwifruit arrives in China alongside launch of Kiwi Brothers mascots in country
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ArticleEarly start for Zespri as NZ kiwifruit arrives in Europe
Europe and North America director Steven Martina confirms plan for bigger marketing campaign this year as the company targets sale of around 70m trays in Europe
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ArticlePrimland boosts SH Oscar Gold programme
The company now offers a comprehensive range of Southern Hemisphere Gold kiwifruit
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ArticleAsiafruit’s New Zealand edition out now
New Zealand issue covers the apple and kiwifruit rebound following a tough few years, plus Fresh Focus South African Apples & Pears 2024 inside
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ArticleKikoka announces leadership team
Andrea Peviani and Fabio Zanesco will head up the new consortium, made up of 11 European kiwifruit producers
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ArticleFast-tracked NZ-EUFTA welcomed by New Zealand produce industry
New FTA enters into force early on 1 May reducing tariffs on New Zealand fresh produce exports including kiwifruit and onions
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ArticleEuropean market clear for first arrivals of Chilean kiwifruit
Low European stocks augur well for the start of the Chilean kiwifruit campaign but New Zealand volumes are up
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ArticleStrong close to Greek kiwifruit campaign
Demand in Europe and North America remains strong for Greek kiwifruit, says Youphoria Fruits’ George Kallitsis, as the campaign enters its final stages
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NewsZespri forecasts improved grower returns
As the first guidance for 2024/25 is released, CEO Dan Mathieson encourages growers to harvest their fruit as early as possible and start the season strongly
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ArticleEuropean supermarket chains install fruit ripeness scanners
Retailers including Jumbo and Migros have apparently recorded higher avocado sales and reduction in waste thanks to arrival of AI-based checkpoints
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ArticleGreek exhibition Freskon welcomes Poland as country of honour
Alongside next month’s Freskon exhibition in Thessaloniki where Poland is set to appear as the country of honour, visitors will be treated to conferences on apricots and kiwifruit, as well as a separate transport and logistics show
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ArticleAwdi Gardens eager to show off quality of Lebanese produce
Having experienced rapid growth in its grape exports to markets across the globe, Lebanese producer Awdi Gardens sees potential for Lebanese cherries, plums and kiwifruit
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ArticleFirst Zespri kiwifruit charter of 2024 heads to China
Vessel carrying 2,500 tonnes of kiwifruit is the first of 63 charted ships expected to be used this season
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ArticleZespri RubyRed to hit million tray milestone this season
Zespri’s red kiwifruit offering will be shipped to predominantly Asian markets including Korea, Malaysia and Hong Kong for the first time
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ArticleKikokà kiwifruit producers form European consortium
Producers in four countries have established a new marketing consortium for the branded product, as planted area continues to expand
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ArticleZespri uses pillbox packaging for daily fruit push
A Zespri survey in Singapore found the significant role forgetfulness plays in limiting fruit consumption, inspiring the adoption of the daily dose packs common in the pharmaceutical industry
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NewsPositive forecast for Zespri growers
Dan Mathieson says the group is reaping the rewards of efforts to lift quality and reduce costs, as well as strong consumer demand
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ArticleZespri preparing return to strong growth in kiwifruit supply in 2024
Kiwifruit marketer expects to ship 193m trays of New Zealand-grown kiwifruit thanks to improved growing conditions