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Essential stories, analysis and research from the fresh produce markets in Australia and New Zealand, with a focus on retail, wholesale, marketing, and consumers.
Coles expands Halloween fresh range with Mini Wart pumpkin
Retailer provides edible and display fruit and vegetable options as Australian consumers embrace Halloween
Anaru Ruri takes out Brisbane Markets' Forklift Operator of the Year grand final
Ruri of Pershouse Produce topped nine other finalists for 2025 title
Brisbane Markets Forklift Operator of the Year event celebrates ten years
The 2025 event set to be held on 28 October, with participants vying for a share of A$5,000 prize pool
Zespri wins landmark IP case in China
Kiwifruit marketer successfully prosecutes plant variety rights infringement case involving unauthorised production and sale of Gold3
Perfection Fresh rolls out the red label with new brand campaign
Integrated campaign spotlights the company’s masterbrand with produce love story
Rockit under pressure as New Zealand grower enters administration
The premium apple brand’s growers have struggled lately to secure good enough margins as supply chain costs have risen
Produce shippers await net zero vote amid US threat
As geopolitical storm grows, fresh produce shippers watch for outcome of crucial meeting on sustainability framework that could reshape industry strategy for years to come
LeaderBrand’s southern asparagus hits New Zealand shelves
New Zealanders will be able to buy South Island asparagus all the way through Christmas
Zespri targets world’s healthiest fruit brand status by 2035
New Zealand kiwifruit marketer outlines ambitious strategy, as it looks to capitalise on growing consumer demand for naturally nutritious products
Coles kickstarts Banana A-Peel with Little Athletics
Annual fundraiser sees portion of every Cavendish banana sale donated to the children’s sports organisation
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BASF and Jane Bunn team up for Ask a Farmer campaign
Campaign connects consumers with the people who grow their food by letting Australians ask questions about farming
Sunrise Magic apples exceed expectations in challenging debut season
Fruit Australia Group’s debut Sunrise Magic apple harvest has exceeded expectations despite extreme weather, with the new variety demonstrating outstanding storage performance and receiving enthusiastic retailer feedback
Australian fresh produce industry’s Wiggles campaign builds momentum ahead of tour debut
The Wiggles will promote fruit and vegetable consumption on upcoming arena tour with support of leading brands
Banana Gym Pass campaign returns for National Banana day
Australian Bananas partners with gyms across the country to provide a free workout for purchasing a banana
New South Wales government review of berry testing data confirms no evidence of pesticide misuse
Authorities say testing showed no evidence of thiometon residue on any berries and previous reports of detection were unreliable
Rockit launches Mid-Autumn Festival campaign
Online and offline marketing, premium giftboxes and a new Gold Selection range on offer during one of China’s peak consumer demand periods
Perino tomatoes introduces cardboard packaging innovation
Costa, Coles and Opal join forces to trial cardboard packaging in Victoria
Sydney Markets appoints Anthony Boyd as new CEO
Boyd has experience across listed multinationals and global real estate, investment, infrastructure and logistics organisations
New Zealanders cut back on fresh produce as prices rise
Cost of living pressures force families to reduce spending on fruit and vegetables
Melbourne Market Authority seeks feedback on public market proposal
New public market concept would be a purpose-built destination retail experience separate from existing wholesale market