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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.
Rockit launches premium Rockitship gifting range
Rocket-shaped collectable pack doubles as a toy delivering added value through sharing and play
A Wiggly celebration of fresh produce for National Lunchbox Week
Campaign inspires families to add fruit and vegetables to lunchboxes as children head back to school
T&G reports strong demand for Envy ahead of Lunar New Year
Forecast sales volumes expected to increase 27 per cent in China, 19 per cent in Vietnam and 16 per cent in Thailand
Te Mata takes the lead with a1 apple
Early-season variety opens the 2026 New Zealand export season
Hort Innovation returns to Korea for Taste the Wonders of Australia campaign
Two-day event aims to deepen commercial relationships in trade, retail and foodservice
Verena Cunningham joins IFPA A-NZ to lead NZ strategy
Cunningham has over two decades of senior leadership experience in the fresh produce industry
IFPA A-NZ Fresh Matters delivers sustainability insights
New report shares consumer trends and reveals how sustainability can drive efficiency, resilience, and long-term growth
Coles Nurture Fund application deadline nears
Fund provides grants for innovative and sustainable projects
Australian hospitality outlets reduce order lines while maintaining basket value
New study finds wholesale basket value remains stable for hospitality wholesale orders despite 20 per cent drop in order line items since 2022
Ausveg launches nationwide advertising campaign to give vegetable growers a boost
Fresh veg, deliciously affordable campaign promotes buying and consuming Australian-grown vegetables across thousands of outdoor advertising billboards
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Genetically modified purple tomatoes approved for sale in Australia
Nutritionally enhanced Purple Bliss tomatoes first GM fresh food to be grown and sold in the country
Volumes triple for second Australian season of QTee pears
Red-blushed pear production ramps up as orchards mature
NZ Avocado adds guacamole to Auckland Latin Fiesta
Free tastings and a guacamole cook off spotlight in-season New Zealand avocados
Amazon Australia partners with Harris Farm Markets on fresh produce delivery
Milestone partnership marks first time Australian shoppers have access to fresh products via Amazon
Australian government launches independent review of the Horticulture Code of Conduct
A final report is expected to be provided by April
Trend report showcases cultural significance of fresh produce
United Fresh report says fruit and vegetables can meet consumers’ desire for creativity, affordability and emotional connection
Melbourne wholesale market opens to the public for the first time
Consumers will be able to visit the market on Saturdays with a focus on bulk buying
Costa introduces mini melons to Australian shelves
Trial with Woolworths will see Blush Mini honeydew melons stocked in Victorian stores
Funky Food seeks out fruit and vegetable growers in food waste fight
Brisbane-based business is looking to partner with fruit and vegetable growers to take unwanted produce surplus, quirky and imperfect produce
Premier Fresh Australia enters new Sun World table grape partnership
Agreement enables Premier Fresh to market Sun World table grapes in Australia and internationally