News updates for the fresh produce business in Australia and New Zealand.
Expected profits now between NZ$27.5mn and NZ$31.5mn, up from earlier guidance of between NZ$23.0mn and NZ$27.0mn
Virus detected in tomato seedlings recently moved from South Australia
New season of premium strawberries available to Australian consumers through the first three months of the year
No new flies found since single insect detected in Auckland suburb at start of January
Australian-bred plum to hit shelves in Western Australia across summer with exports bound for Asian markets
Chris, Carlo and Louise consider the consumers of tomorrow, the choices they will make and how we can develop fresh produce that will appeal to them
Chris speaks with Alex about the scarcity of water in some of the world’s key production regions, and what this means for the fresh fruit and vegetable industry
Chris and Sir Charles discuss what population growth and climate change mean for the global food system
Announcement precedes the launch of new Summerfruit Masterplan due in April 2025
Food is medicine, compostability, and wellness among the trends set to make their mark according to New Zealand organisation
Airline set to move up to 1,000 tonnes of cherries throughout December and January
Start of season launch event will host Taiwanese importers, buyers and key representatives from the Australian state’s cherry industry
Ardgour Valley Orchards’ new premium brand set to capture attention in domestic and international markets with fresh look
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New flavour-filled varieties were harvested two weeks early this season thanks to good weather
Industry body won’t renew its membership of the National Farmers Federation Horticulture Council but lays out advocacy plans ahead of 2025 federal election
Southern Fruits International launches new Moment cherries brand ahead of bumper season
APCO works in collaboration with sustainability leaders in government, industry, community groups and academia to meet National Packaging Targets
Sri Lanka, the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean,” is actively pursuing economic recovery following its 2022 financial crisis. As a cornerstone of the nation’s economy, agriculture holds a rich history and significant importance.
Growers produced 53,950 tonnes in-shell at 3.5 per cent moisture, up 11.5 per cent on 2023 volumes
First boxes of Tasmanian cherries are now available across the state as exporters prepare for international sales
New report projects New Zealand horticulture export revenue to reach NZ$8bn
Asia’s premier fresh produce trade show unveils two China events held in the days following Asia Fruit Logistica 2025
License expansion allows WA Farm Direct to extend its operations to include table grape production in the eastern states of Australia.