The CountryPaving the way to NZ's future, using robots and kiwifruit leatherFieldays showcases NZ ingenuity with pollution-mapping robots and vegan leather.16 Jun 10:36 PM
The CountryHorticulture export revenue forecast to hit $8.5bHortNZ CEO Kate Scott says the forecast is great news for growers and the economy.12 Jun 04:35 AM
The CountryHow mites and wasps help berry orchard 'nail' pestsFlame Lily Orchard uses natural means to control pests 'as much as possible'.11 Jun 02:00 AM
The CountryUniversity's kiwifruit gripper built to help combat labour shortageThe University of Waikato entered two prototypes into the Fieldays Innovation Awards.10 Jun 02:45 AM
The CountryCharity's kiwifruit rescue aids thousands in needThe food rescue charity redistributed 160 tonnes of kiwifruit in 2024.06 Jun 02:30 AM
The Country'Surpassed a significant milestone': Zespri hits $5b in kiwifruit salesZespri sold a record 220.9 million trays, up from 164.2 million in 2023-24.21 May 09:53 PM
The CountryBiofuel-powered kiwifruit ship an 'exciting step forward'The Kowhai used biofuel made from used cooking oil bunkered in Hong Kong.13 May 09:25 PM
The CountryVietnam ‘a real star’ for three NZ fruits - which ones are next?New Zealand earned $172m from horticultural exports to Vietnam in 2024.15 Apr 04:30 AM
The CountryNZ’s fruit wins in competitive Vietnamese produce marketVietnam is now the fastest-growing economy in Southeast Asia.28 Mar 04:00 PM
The Country‘We are world-leading’: Zespri’s compostable label innovationZespri says other fruit companies use home-compostable labels, but not in all markets.25 Mar 12:21 AM
The Country‘Strong sense of confidence’: Kiwifruit industry eyes record harvestThe kiwifruit industry picked up last year and things are looking good for 2025.23 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryFirst overseas kiwifruit shipment loaded at Gisborne’s Eastland PortFirst of five ships took away 980 pallets of kiwifruit.16 Mar 10:36 PM
The CountryTop gong for Te Puke kiwifruit growers at BOP Farm Environment AwardsKiwifruit orchards were developed while leaving much of the natural environment untouched.14 Mar 03:17 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFake kiwifruit crackdown: Zespri imposters in China get jail time, finesThe sentences were over counterfeit Zespri labels.10 Feb 09:32 PM
The CountryZespri receives $24.1m payout for mice-damaged kiwifruit shipmentZespri CEO Jason Te Brake said the settlement was a positive outcome for the industry.29 Jan 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryZespri CEO Jason Te Brake talks up the growing opportunities for kiwifruitOutlook for NZ kiwifruit export industry 'incredibly bright'.06 Jan 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryZespri fires up expanded offshore growing plansOverseas growers are lining up to produce SunGold for Zespri.19 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryKiwifruit season set for success with 'fantastic' spring conditions'Our season is currently tracking seven to 10 days ahead of [the] average,'16 Dec 01:24 AM
The CountryKiwifruit labour firm director fined $100k for underpaying workersAsad Horticulture Ltd liquidated; $70,000 penalty for breaching minimum wage laws.10 Dec 10:52 PM
The CountryZespri to expand offshore gold kiwifruit growing after affirmative producer voteVote goes Zespri's way this time.10 Dec 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryVoting on Zespri’s offshore growing expansion plan off to a strong startTwo major industry organisations support growing more SunGold overseas.13 Nov 04:20 AM
The CountryZespri asks producers to vote on overseas expansionThe market wants the gold – but there's a supply-demand gap, Zespri says.11 Nov 08:36 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe problem with New Zealand's new red kiwifruit export offeringRetaining a premium price in the future could be a problem, Zespri warns.06 Nov 01:30 AM
The CountryNo longer 'a ripper of a season' for kiwifruitKiwifruit growers' enthusiasm for a terrific fruit-producing season has been tempered.05 Nov 09:09 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySunGold export outlook juicy but yellow kiwifruit competition looms: ZespriA 'proliferation of brands' are increasingly expanding their kiwifruit offerings.04 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryZespri's grim warning over rogue Chinese production of NZ gold kiwifruitPirate kiwifruit: Zespri challenged in identifying where the fruit is going.31 Oct 09:06 PM
The CountryNZ kiwifruit industry marks three milestones with major celebrationNZKGI chairman stresses unity: "Growers must stay united to protect our industry."27 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryZespri to hold new vote on expanding overseas kiwifruit productionIt didn't work last time - but the global marketer claims significant support now.24 Oct 06:22 PM
The CountrySeeka's sustainable journey: repurposing kiwifruit for community goodSeeka donates surplus kiwifruit to NZFN, aiding food security in local communities.22 Oct 03:00 PM
The CountryExports up, imports down as fruit trade with Europe boomsA leap in kiwifruit and apple exports helps narrow the trade deficit.22 Oct 07:03 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryKiwifruit infrastructure sector needs market signals to invest more: Seeka bossA million-tray cool store can cost around $25m so market guidance is vital.21 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNew Zespri CEO’s flying startNZ should see more of Jason Te Brake next year as the industry tackles big challenges.16 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryKiwifruit company Seeka lifts earnings guidance, pays dividend earlyTop fruit quality this season brightens outlook.15 Oct 11:50 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWatch: Napier’s little-known kiwi creche and the 60 fluffy chicks that play thereOne kiwi keeper says 'we pinch ourselves sometimes' being involved with the Napier creche.13 Oct 05:00 PM
