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News updates for the fresh produce business in Australia and New Zealand.

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Zespri marketing chief Jiunn Shih announces departure

2025-07-17T13:44:00+01:00By

After nine years with the kiwifruit supplier, Jiunn Shih is leaving his position as chief marketing officer at Zespri, where he helped double sales to over NZ$5bn and build the number one fruit brand across 15 core markets

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T&G Global confirms sale process amid takeover interest

2025-07-15T10:35:00+01:00By

The New Zealand-based fresh produce exporter has engaged Craigs Investment Partners to assist with a potential sale after receiving numerous expressions of interest

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Zespri reduces margin to boost kiwifruit grower returns

2025-07-14T11:30:00+01:00By

Zespri has announced a reduction in its fruit return margin percentage, which is expected to deliver an additional NZ$7-8 mn to New Zealand kiwifruit growers in the 2025/26 season

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New Zealand launches sustainability report for UK food buyers

2025-07-14T08:47:00+01:00By

NZTE has launched its first cross-category sustainability report for UK food and drink buyers, highlighting how New Zealand producers can help retailers meet environmental goals while ensuring supply chain resilience.

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International Fresh Produce Safety Symposium tickets selling fast

2025-07-14T05:04:00+01:00By

Final chance to attend fresh produce safety event with special discount for Produce Plus subscribers  

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Australian avocados look to increase international market share

2025-07-11T02:26:00+01:00By

Ongoing B2B and B2C campaigns highlight region’s year-round supply, high-quality fruit and varied use cases 

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Italian SunGold growers achieve record returns with Zespri

2025-07-10T11:29:00+01:00By

Company’s Italian SunGold kiwifruit generated record-breaking returns for the past season, marking an all-time high for the 1,200 licensed growers across six Italian regions

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BayWa reports €1.6bn loss as it attempts to overcome ‘most serious crisis’

2025-07-10T10:54:00+01:00By

German conglomerate reveals impact of recent liquidity problems, but insists transformation plan will ensure long-term financial stability

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Australian Bravo growers increase crop by 25 per cent

2025-07-09T07:00:00+01:00By

Increased volumes meet growing demand across Australia’s eastern states 

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Australia welcomes Japanese delegation

2025-07-08T06:10:00+01:00By

Week-long tour showcases counter-seasonal export opportunities between the two countries 

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BeeHero enters third season in Australia

2025-07-07T14:04:00+01:00By

Precision pollination specialist BeeHero has launched its services for Australian growers for the third consecutive season, now supporting over 70,000 acres of crops with new pre-pollination reports and enhanced connectivity infrastructure

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Australian cherry leaders attend US study tour

2025-07-03T06:07:00+01:00By

Group visit key cherry-growing regions including Wenatchee, Quincy, Mattawa and Prosser 

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Onside launches safety management platform

2025-07-03T04:49:00+01:00By

PCBU Enterprise addresses longstanding safety challenges across the supply chain 

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Food Taipei Mega Shows brings global food industry together

2025-07-03T03:34:00+01:00By

Five concurrent exhibitions showcase global trends across entire supply chain  

Soil

Hort Innovation sponsors three students through AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship

2025-07-03T03:22:00+01:00By

Programme reflects broader strategy to ensure Austrlaia’s horticulture industry remains future-ready