Kiwifruit news archive
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NewsJingold achieves 96 per cent recycled packaging in sustainability push
Italian kiwifruit company says it has passed a number of milestones in first-ever sustainability report
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NewsSeeka upgrades full-year earnings guidance again
Solid trading through the third quarter sees Seeka lift profit before tax forecast
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NewsOrsero Group reports strong growth in half-year results
Italian fresh produce distributor records significant revenue and profit growth, with particularly strong performance in kiwifruit, grapes, fresh-cut and exotic fruit categories
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Advertorial‘We Strive, We Thrive’: Joy Wing Mau Group shines at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025
Leading Chinese fruit enterprise demonstrates commitment to maximising partner value in China through strategic collaborations, varietal innovation, and industry leadership at premier Asian fresh produce exhibition
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NewsItalian firms forge new connections at Asia Fruit Logistica
Companies including Infia, Origine Group, Unifrutti Group/Oranfrizer, RK Growers, Rivoira, and KiKoKà report successful meetings with existing and potential clients from across Asia at the international trade show
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NewsJingold sees Asian potential despite logistical challenges
Despite an ongoing logistical challenge, kiwifruit marketer Jingold is back at Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong this week, highlighting the continued importance of Asian markets ahead of an anticipated production increase
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NewsNew Zealand fruit exports surge to NZ$2.96bn in 2025
New Zealand’s fruit export value climbed significantly in the first half of 2025, with total overseas sales showing a 27 per cent increase year-on-year
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NewsZespri to cut 135 jobs amid industry challenges
New Zealand kiwifruit marketer reportedly plans to reduce its workforce as part of a strategic restructuring to address changing market conditions
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AdvertorialNew Zealand shines brighter than ever at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025
The New Zealand Pavilion is organised by New Zealand Trade and Enterprise, Plant & Food Research, and New Zealand Apples and Pears
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NewsZespri forecasts strong returns for 2025/26 season
New Zealand kiwifruit marketer Zespri has released its first full forecast for the 2025/26 season, projecting record per hectare returns for most categories despite having to reallocate fruit from challenging Asian markets to stronger performing regions
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NewsZespri welcomes EU approval for health claim for green kiwifruit
Green kiwifruit the first fresh fruit to achieve a health claim by the EU Commission, following more than 15 years of Zespri-led research
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NewsNew Zealand brings freshness to Bangkok with fruit truck campaign
Trucks deliver New Zealand apples, avocados and kiwifruit directly to Thai customers in NZTE promotion
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NewsAsia Fruit Logistica edition of Asiafruit out now
Bumper 30th anniversary issue includes exclusive industry panel breaking down Asia’s fresh produce market over the past three decades plus full preview of Asia Fruit Logistica and Asiafruit Knowledge Centre
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NewsEU approves digestive health claim for green kiwifruit
Green kiwifruit can now be marketed in the EU with claims about its positive impact on digestive health, following a landmark decision by the European Commission
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NewsNew Zealand kiwifruit growers conclude successful harvest season
Industry leader Colin Bond comments on positive market outlook, although potential US tariffs remain a concern for exporters
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NewsZespri marketing chief Jiunn Shih announces departure
After nine years with the kiwifruit supplier, Jiunn Shih is leaving his position as chief marketing officer at Zespri, where he helped double sales to over NZ$5bn and build the number one fruit brand across 15 core markets
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VideoVideo: Alegra’s summer snack campaign shines light on new strategy
Italy’s largest fresh produce company is focusing its summer marketing efforts on distinctive licensed varieties to differentiate itself in key categories
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NewsZespri reduces margin to boost kiwifruit grower returns
Zespri has announced a reduction in its fruit return margin percentage, which is expected to deliver an additional NZ$7-8 mn to New Zealand kiwifruit growers in the 2025/26 season
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NewsNew Zealand launches sustainability report for UK food buyers
NZTE has launched its first cross-category sustainability report for UK food and drink buyers, highlighting how New Zealand producers can help retailers meet environmental goals while ensuring supply chain resilience.
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NewsTesco sees record fruit sales as UK heatwave continues
The UK’s largest food retailer expects to sell nearly 4mn punnets of strawberries and millions of other fruit items as temperatures soar again