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Port of Tauranga, Zespri and TKL sign strategic partnership deal to grow kiwifruit exports
Five-year agreement solidifies shared interests in the success of the sector
New Zealand-European Union trade deal delivers export growth
New Zealand exports to the EU up 28 per cent with kiwifruit playing a significant role
Soluna apples set sights on China Australian mainland apple exports approved
Fruit West Cooperative believes Soluna matches consumer preference for premium fruit in China
Auckland Airport constructs new cargo precinct as horticulture airfreight climbs
Avocados, cherries, blueberries capsicums among the categories driving growth
Korean Shine Muscat grapes get Australian green light
New export market to help divert volume from oversupplied domestic market
New Zealand persimmon exports rise 20 per cent
Good weather sees industry improve following five difficult seasons
Nuffield scholar finds keys to successful education programmes
Cross-industry collaboration and hands-on learning experiences important factors in increasing vegetable intake
Australia showcases industry at Tokyo gala dinner
Taste the Wonders of Australia event celebrates and strengthens trade relations between Australia and Japan
Australian biosecurity report recommends Vietnamese pomelo imports
Pomelo imports given green light subject to biosecurity requirements, signalling progress for Australian blueberry access to Vietnam
Australian mainland apples gain access to China
Biosecurity protocol to allow new season mainland apples to be exported from Australia into China in 2026
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Climate pressure puts NZ apple exporter Scales on alert
Company’s second CRD report lays out plans for further development of environment-focused projects
Last day for Fresh Produce Vietnam discount
Join top names in the business in Ho Chi Minh City on 13-14 May for Fruitnet’s brand-new event on the booming Vietnam market
Kissabel apples progress towards commercial volumes in Southern Hemisphere
Sales have commenced in Australia while production in Argentina and Chile is in the early stages and New Zealand and South Africa are testing new varieties
Costa supports Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program expansion
Children from regional schools will get a chance to participate in the programme
Warakirri announces Goulburn Valley kiwifruit deal and new partner Seeka
Investment fund commits over A$33mn to kiwifruit, pear and jujubes orchards with Seeka to act as tenant partner
International Fresh Produce Safety Symposium unveils keynote speaker Jim Monaghan
Early bird tickets for the Sydney event close 30 April
Australian Bananas launches educational video at Sydney Royal Easter Show
Show activation aims to connect children to the origin of their food in order foster life long healthy habits
Strong industry alliances support Asia Fruit Logistica’s China Meet Up 2025
China Meet Up 2025 returns with an expanded programme and powerful industry partnerships, delivering deeper insights and new opportunities in mainland China’s fresh produce market
Costa trials laser etching on avocados in Easter promotion
Lovacados avocados will be with etched Easter characters in select Victorian stores
Vegetable industry forum puts food security on election agenda
Future-Proofing the Fresh Vegetable Supply Chain Forum provides platform for industry to meet with political leaders