BDBDAgribusinessZespri takes kiwifruit back to ChinaNew Zealand kiwifruit marketer Zespri is in the early stages of growing kiwifruit in China, the fruit's native home.18 Nov 05:00 PM
BusinessKiwifruit Psa saviour celebrated at awardsA brand of kiwifruit that helped the industry battle back from the Psa-V crisis has been acknowledged with two honours at the NZ Innovation Awards.21 Oct 05:24 AM
AgribusinessZespri's sales running aheadKiwifruit marketer Zespri said its weekly sales were running strongly after a delayed start to the season.31 Aug 03:30 AM
Agribusiness reportZespri calm in China 'crisis'Kiwifruit giant Zespri is now an exporter and importer in the big Chinese market, and it has planted two trial blocks in China to develop its overseas supply.30 Aug 03:00 PM
AgribusinessZespri says China exports to resumeKiwifruit marketer Zespri said its exports to China were due to resume this week.14 Aug 10:35 PM
New ZealandPM's department knew of warningThe Prime Minister's department was aware Zespri in China was warned about trade implications against New Zealand companies.24 Jul 08:00 AM
BusinessZespri and T&G deal benefiting companiesZespri's decision to team up with NZX-listed T&G to increase sales in Southeast Asia is already bearing fruit says Singapore regional manager, Andrew Common.06 Jul 01:01 AM
AgribusinessZespri tips profit boost from Gold3The release of 400ha to grow Gold3 kiwifuit under licence in 2016 will result in a hefty increase in Zespri International's corporate profit.21 Jun 05:00 PM
AgribusinessGold cultivar boost for ZespriZespri has clocked up another record year for returns, partly reflecting a strong rebound from devastating effects of the Psa outbreak in 2010, but also robust demand for the relative newcomer to the kiwifruit scene - gold.25 May 05:30 PM
AgribusinessZespri's bumper yearZespri reported a bumper year for 2015/6, with the biggest-ever total return to growers.24 May 09:00 PM
AgribusinessKiwifruit shipment cleared after scare - ZespriGrease found on a quantity of export-bound kiwifruit early this month did not pose a risk to consumer safety.28 Apr 10:50 PM
BusinessZespri takes more control as 'importer of record'Zespri has been made an "importer of record" in China - giving the kiwifruit marketer more control over its product in what is poised to become its biggest market by volume.21 Apr 05:00 PM
BusinessFears 1.7m trays of kiwifruit taintedExport kiwifruit on hold after traces of mechanical lubricant were found on some plastic tray liner.07 Apr 10:05 PM
AgribusinessLeading Zespri's recoveryZespri chief executive Lain Jager has been at the forefront of one of the most spectacular turnaround stories of the New Zealand primary sector - the kiwifruit industry's recovery from the Psa virus.16 Dec 04:00 PM
AgribusinessZespri returns steadyZespri's forecast per tray returns to growers have moderated after a strong 2014/15 season, but stayed steady on a per hectare basis.10 Dec 04:00 PM
AgribusinessKiwifruit marketer forecasts for ChinaZespri and the Shaanxi Provincial Government signed a memorandum which may lead to the Tauranga-based kiwifruit marketer growing fruit in China.19 Nov 02:00 AM
AgribusinessGloombusters: Fruit exports surgeOur fruit trade has become a heavy hitter as an export, helping to at least partly offset weakness in the dairy and forest products sectors.03 Aug 05:00 PM
AgribusinessZespri facing 'headwinds' after strong yearWeakness in the euro and yen, and the return of Chile to the market after crop-damaging frosts are set to challenge Zespri.22 Jul 04:30 AM
BusinessWiser Zespri eyes China market - againZespri is once again looking at growing fruit under its own brand name in China - this time with its eyes wide open.19 Jun 05:00 PM
BusinessKiwi in Mexican Happy MealsEvery Happy Meal sold at a McDonald's in Mexico from this weekend will include a New Zealand kiwifruit.08 Jun 01:00 AM
BDBDAgribusinessZespri more than doubles annual profitZespri International, which controls exports of New Zealand kiwifruit, more than doubled annual profit.20 May 10:45 PM
BusinessChina Business: Focus on quality bears fruitSocial media helps get the Zespri message across, writes Bill Bennett.29 Apr 05:00 PM
AgribusinessZespri bounces back after PsaThe first shipment of New Zealand kiwifruit set off from the Port of Tauranga yesterday, marking the start of a season that looks set to see volumes bounce back to pre-Psa levels, says Zespri chief....29 Mar 04:00 PM
AgribusinessKiwifruit exporters' dollar battleKiwifruit marketer Zespri faces a positive outlook this year but there are headwinds - the New Zealand dollar's strength against the currencies of its two biggest export destinations, Japan and....11 Jan 04:00 PM
AgribusinessKiwifruit growers suing GovernmentThe group of kiwifruit growers who allege the Government agency Biosecurity NZ was negligent in allowing the disease Psa to be introduced into New Zealand lodged their claim in the High Court in Wellington today.28 Nov 03:20 AM
AgribusinessKiwifruit exports set to surgeSingle desk seller Zespri says the kiwifruit industry is looking like putting on a growth spurt after the Psa virus cut a swathe through the country's most productive areas from 2010 through to 2013.19 Sep 05:00 PM
CompaniesZespri plans Mideast pushKiwifruit marketer Zespri is poised for a major push into the Middle East, including a relaunch in Saudi Arabia after a five-year absence.07 Apr 04:15 PM
BusinessSFO investigation a distraction for ZespriThe SFO investigation into Zespri's double invoicing problems has been an expensive distraction for the grower-owned kiwifruit exporter.15 Feb 01:23 AM
BusinessImporters create fraudulent invoicesZespri International Ltd has been hit in a second key Asian market by problems with kiwifruit importers creating fraudulent invoices to reduce their duty payments.15 Feb 01:15 AM
