There has been a significant decrease in the apple orchard acreage in New Zealand in the 2023/2024 season.

2024-05-20 00:00

The apple planted area in New Zealand for the 2023/2024 market year is forecasted to be 9,200 hectares (ha), significantly down from 11,000 ha at the beginning of the 2022/2023 market year. This decrease is attributed to the effects of Cyclone Gabrielle, which caused widespread flooding, silt, debris, strong winds, and surface damage.

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