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FMA pushes for practical Horticulture Code reform
Submission to independent review supports retaining merchant formula/method pricing as a legitimate price setting method within the merchant role
Soluna Australian apples launch in mainland China
Partnership with Joy Wing Mau and Riverking Group opens a new chapter for premium imported apples
Australian tech firm Fresho makes major UK acquisition
Deal a significant part of Fresho’s broader plan to accelerate its AI capabilities and drive continued product innovation across its markets
Record export outlook for New Zealand apple and pear sector
Productivity increases to help mitigate ongoing cost pressures
Cherry Growers Australia launches national five-year strategy
Strategy outlines a clear national roadmap to improve productivity, grow demand and expand trade opportunities
2026 Horticulture Awards for Excellence recognise the industry’s finest
A dozen awards presented at the culmination of Hort Connections, recognising achievement right across the fresh produce industry
Flavorite Group wins MOYA 2026 for Maddie’s Month campaign
Australasia’s premier fresh produce marketing award presented to purpose-led campaign which raised money for charity and drove sales
Wiggles campaign delivers consumption impact for Australian produce industry
IFPA A-NZ’s 2026 Impact Report shows how Fruit and Veggies Yummy Yummy campaign helped drive consumption conversation with Australian families
Australian avocado industry launches global-first VR supply chain training programme
New initiative sees avocado industry partner with Woolworths to focus on quality across the avocado supply chain
MOYA Showcase: Hort Innovation harnesses housing for plant growth
The nursery industry’s Plant Value Report demonstrated a unique selling point of green life by highlighting the connection between plants and house prices in a campaign led by Holly Jackson
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Apple season underway for Australia’s Montague Farms
Australian producer celebrates new season Envy and yello apples with range of chef developed recipes
MOYA Showcase: Flavorite matches produce with purpose
Marking a decade of impact and more than A$1mn raised for charity, Flavorite’s Maddie’s Month campaign continues engaging consumers and driving donation-lined sales
Fresh produce excels in Australasian packaging awards
Pioneering packaging designs shortlisted as finalists across several design categories
MOYA Showcase: Nutrano makes mandarins delightful
Nutrano’s Afternoon Delite campaign successfully re-engaged consumers with targeted marketing
Gareth Edgecombe shares T&G Global’s future focus
CEO tells Fruitnet about plan to sell company, and how its strategy on apples and IP should hold it in good stead
Produce Plus Winter out now
Hort Connections edition previews Australia’s largest fresh produce event, including exhibitors, speakers and the MOYA Showcase. Plus, an exclusive interview with T&G Global CEO Gareth Edgecombe
Record sales for Zespri as 2025 results released
Strong 2025 season across all categories reflects global demand for kiwifruit
Rockit announces partnership with Chinese megastar Wang Yibo
The all-round actor, singer, dancer, road motorcycle racer and race car driver is well known for his outdoor exploration TV series
Sydney Markets appoints new chair
Robert Kaye is a senior counsel with experience across governance and diverse commercial environments
Razor Rock Farms crowned Honey Gold Grower of the Year
Northern Territory farm has a total of 7000 Honey Gold trees including 3600 coming into production at the end of the year