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NZ grower backs end of ‘archaic’ kiwifruit export monopoly
John Bostock targets new production of yellow-fleshed variety in Australia, Chile, and South Africa after securing Southern Hemisphere licence
Foodstuffs supermarket owner-operators object to break-up proposals
Owner-operators say the proposal misunderstands the nature of the co-operative model
Australian citrus promotions capture attention in Korea
Sales grow across multiple retail channels following in-store orange tastings
Australian Avocados enlist Merv Hughes to make avocado toast a national dish
Initiative promotes a nationwide petition calling for the dish to be formally declared Australia’s official breakfast
New Zealand National Party to pursue separation of Foodstuffs
Governing party pledges to break up one of New Zealand’s top retailers should it be re-elected
Australian avocado industry signs landmark education partnership in Bangkok
Upcoming Thai chefs compete for top honours in Australian Fruits Recipe Competition held by Dusit Thani College
T&G launches new apple brand in Vietnam
First ever export of Joli lands in Vietnam, expanding the marketer’s premium global apples portfolio
NZ growers fear price squeeze from T&G Fresh deal
Commerce Commission raises concerns that proposed acquisition could weaken growers’ bargaining position and reduce competition
New Zealand records boost in produce consumption
Seasonal, good-value produce cited as the biggest driver behind eating more
IGA takes Canstar fruit and vegetable crown from Aldi
Independent grocers network wins most satisfied customers award for the first time
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Australian apple industry celebrates new chapter in China
Event in Beijing celebrates the opening of the Chinese market for mainland Australian apples
Australia’s industry celebrates World Macadamia Nut Day
More than 800 growers produce around A$275mn worth of macadamia nuts in Australia
Asia Fruit Awards 2026 winners announced
Zespri, Freco International, Tops/Central Food Retail and Goodfarmer receive the 2026 Asia Fruit Awards
Koru mascot captures attention in Asia
New Zealand apple brand’s mascot takes off on social media
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Fresh produce prices fall but growers face mounting cost pressures
Australian Inflation data shows prices are declining, but QFVG says rising costs and supply chain imbalances are pushing producers to the brink
Box Divvy expands into Queesnland
Community-driven food co-op sets up first hubs in third state
Visy launches plastic-free automated labelling system
Proprietary overclose labelling system secures punnets with cardboard flaps and paper labels
New campaign puts vegetable consumption on the agenda in Gippsland
’Get the Edge. Eat More Veg’ sees regional health services and vegetable industry team up to tackle vegetable consumption
Bravo expands protection as Australian partners extend world-first origin verification programme
Fruit West Cooperative and Source Certain add additional five years to original partnership timeline