Essential stories, analysis and research from the fresh produce markets in Australia and New Zealand, with a focus on retail, wholesale, marketing, and consumers.
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
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
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.
Final chance to attend fresh produce safety event with special discount for Produce Plus subscribers
Ongoing B2B and B2C campaigns highlight region’s year-round supply, high-quality fruit and varied use cases
Increased volumes meet growing demand across Australia’s eastern states
Five concurrent exhibitions showcase global trends across entire supply chain
China’s Zhejiang High People’s Court ruling confirms Rockit’s distinctive packaging has achieved widespread recognition and can be protected under the PRC Anti-Unfair Competition Law
Produce Plus Spring includes MOYA winner spotlight and features on sustainability, berries, avocados, salads & herbs and more
Partnership creates Australia’s largest blueberry marketing group.
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New Zealand kiwifruit marketer Zespri has announced a four-year global partnership with Dame Lisa Carrington, the country’s most decorated Olympian, as its first-ever global brand ambassador
Asia Fruit Logistica boosts global trade with new features and stronger international participation
Top consumer trends for the second half of 2025 include low-effort, sustainable cooking and rise of value-added produce
Distribution and retail partners Joy Wing Mau, Goodfarmer Pagoda and Xianfeng Fruit collectively represent around 80 per cent of Zespri’s business in China
Apple company to sign strategic partnership agreement with Xian Feng during the delegation
Organisations invest A$400,000 over the next four years to empower individuals aged 25-40 who will drive innovation and sustainability in the sector
Driscoll’s Australia national marketing manager presented with Australasia’s premier fresh produce marketing award for the Sweetest Batch Strawberries Campaign
New Detpak design reduces plastic by 87 per cent
The children’s entertainers join national push to get children eating more fruit and veg
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