Kiwifruit
All the news and market analysis for worldwide kiwifruit Industry, including kiwifruit growers, kiwifruit production, and the import and export of kiwifruit.
How AI and automation are helping fresh fruit brands in China
Logistics operator says AI-powered inspections, automated warehousing, and connected sensors can give companies end-to-end visibility
Seeka raises full-year forecast as fruit business flourishes
Company secures robust kiwifruit returns as it expands into citrus, having made a number of operational improvements
Asiafruit Indonesia edition out now
Exclusive interviews with Sunpride CEO Cindyanto Tjong and Rijk Zwaan’s Jan Doldersum plus category features on apples and pears, kiwifruit and cherries
Comment: Being first to market matters less than being ready
The arrival of new, early green varieties raises an important question for the Greek kiwifruit industry, writes industry veteran George Kallitsis
Blue Whale lays out aims as Mission-Driven Company
The French fruit group has acted to put social and environmental objectives at the heart of its governance in a move that “reaffirms what makes Blue Whale unique”
NZKGI CEO Colin Bond announces resignation
Bond will finish his time at the industry body in Q1 2027
Orsero posts record Q2 sales as US expansion gathers pace
Italian fresh produce group reports record second-quarter distribution sales as investment in Trucco strengthens its position in the North American market
Zespri funds research into natural defence against kiwifruit disease
As chemicals lose effectiveness against PsaV, which threatens kiwifruit around the world, scientists aim to find a more natural solution
Jingold expects major rise in kiwifruit supply as demand grows
Italian company gears up for bumper season, and targets further expansion in European and Asian markets
Zespri achieves record SunGold returns for Italian kiwifruit growers
Growers scoop record-breaking result in Italy, as company accelerates its Northern Hemisphere expansion
Zespri defends labour standards after ‘medieval slave’ accusation
Coalition government minister levels fresh criticism at NZ kiwifruit exporter, prompting robust defence
Recognition for New Zealand kiwifruit post-harvest sustainability collaboration
Refrigerant decarbonisation project led by a steering group representing Seeka, HumePack, Trevelyan’s and G4 Kiwi Supply
Value growth for Spanish exports in first-half of 2026
Spain’s fresh produce exports generated €11.6bn in the opening six months of the year, while surging import growth raises concerns
Seeka delivers record interim profit
New Zealand-headquartered fresh produce company lifts full-year earnings guidance
Chilean kiwifruit debuts in Goa
Frutas de Chile carries out first promotional campaign in the state in premium retail chain MagSon
Asia Fruit Logistica 2026 exhibitor preview: EMEA
Asia Fruit Logistica continues to be a meeting point for suppliers and service providers from Europe, the Middle East and Africa, to showcase their vast array of brands, products and services to businesses in Asia and beyond
Zespri forecasts strong grower returns for 2026 season
SunGold and RubyRed per-hectare returns tipped to reach record levels
Asia Fruit Logistica edition of Asiafruit out now
Special edition offers a full Asia Fruit Logistica breakdown including extensive exhibitor preview, Asiafruit Knowledge Centre programme overview and pre-show highlights
Copefrut sets out sustainability gains
Company’s Sustainability Report for 2024/25 reports significant progress and highlights future challenges
Zespri leaders visit Vietnam to explore growth potential
CEO Jason Te Brake leads high-level delegation to one of kiwifruit marketer’s fastest-developing markets
Analysis: Margin squeeze hits citrus trade
Fruitnet Insights’ weekly fresh fruit and vegetable update from the GCC markets, brought to you in partnership with Global Star Group
Chilean kiwifruit industry faces 'spectacular opportunity'
As it gathers for Kiwi Day 2026, the sector hears how it must capitalise on the post-pandemic consumption boom
Spain’s fresh produce imports climb once more
New customs data processed by Fepex reveals growth in Spanish fresh produce imports during January-May 2026, with fruit volumes surging 8 per cent
Frutas de Chile secures key exemptions from US trade tariffs
Avocados, kiwifruit and oranges will avoid the 12.5 per cent import tax
Jingold backs Death Valley ultramarathon runner
Kiwifruit brand partners with Nicola Placucci to promote broader message about daily well-being and healthy nutrition
Zespri and Spreafico launch fresh-cut SunGold kiwifruit packs
Collaboration with Italian importer represents kiwifruit marketer’s first foray into European ready-to-eat category
Augusto Renella departs Naturitalia after more than two decades
Italian fresh produce cooperative confirms it has parted ways with long-serving commercial leader
Kiwi brand Zespri’s ‘big moment’ in the US and Canada
Chris Wilson tells The Fresh Ideas Show how the kiwifruit giant intends to drive major growth across North America for SunGold and Ruby Red
India could become Zespri’s fifth-biggest kiwifruit market
CEO Jason Te Brake tells NZ Herald about ambitious growth plan following New Zealand’s recent FTA with the country
Spanish fresh produce imports rise 6.2 per cent in early 2026
New Fepex data reveals Spain’s fresh produce imports reached 1.75mn tonnes between January and April 2026, up 6.2 per cent year-on-year
Zespri discusses China procurement model with growers
Kiwifruit marketer begins consultation on how it plans to tackle growing Gold3 supply in China
Italy secures market access for kiwifruit in Vietnam
After six years of negotiations, Vietnam has approved a phytosanitary protocol for Italian kiwifruit imports
Exporter to importer: How Cherry Passion secured its own survival
Stefano Pezzo tells Fruitnet how and why his family-run export company in Verona transformed itself into a major importer
Pink Lady slices among fruit pot recall after Salmonella finding
PrepWorld has recalled several fruit pots from six retailers across the UK and Ireland after routine testing found Salmonella in apple and kiwi
Tropical fruits outperform wider produce market, congress hears
Suppliers and retailers gather for Fruitnet Tropicals Congress, where commercial outlook is very positive despite major challenges
Seeka achieves first sustainability targets
The report details a 30 per cent reduction in Seeka’s net Category 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions