Kiwifruit

Zespri has released its November forecast for the 2025/26 kiwifruit season, indicating higher per-tray return estimates for all fruit categories compared to its August forecast. The company stated that returns for Green, Organic Green, and Organic SunGold now surpass the upper range of the previous forecast. read more

Manjit Singh of the India-based Persia Fruits brand owned by Kanwal Global Exports stated that India is currently well-stocked with imported kiwis from various sources, especially Iranian Hayward kiwis. However, he mentioned that there is a slowdown in retail demand in the market. "Supply is strong, but... read more

Sezon kiwi w północnej Hiszpanii i Portugalii rozpoczyna się na większą skalę i z wyższymi plonami niż w zeszłym roku. Konsumpcja wzrastała z każdym rokiem. Obecnie kończymy sezon kiwi na półkuli południowej i niedługo przeniesiemy naszą uwagę na krajowy produkt. read more

The supply of larger-sized blonde oranges is increasing, while the demand for clementines remains at medium levels. The new Italian production of Hayward kiwi is starting. Apples are in full swing with a growing interest in Kissabel. Volumes of black cabbage and fennel are on the rise, with demand also increasing. read more

Kikokà is accelerating its growth and consolidating its ambition to become a reference point in the high-quality yellow kiwi market. With the 2025-2026 season, the harvested volumes are starting to reach significant levels, approaching the threshold of 5,000 tons. "We are read more

Flash Gala is being used as an example of how branding is developing in the fresh apple category, with growers and marketers noting a broader shift toward differentiated retail positioning in fresh produce. Historically, branding in fruits has been limited to a few well-known citrus fruits, bananas, kiwis, and other popular items. read more

A three-year planting program for Zespri's RubyRed kiwifruit will commence next year in orchards located south of Rome. In February, the Zespri board approved the commercial release of RubyRed in Italy, paving the way for the planting of 170 hectares from 2026 to 2028. This program will utilize a portion of the 1,000-hectare land. read more

After the exciting presence in the commercial village of the Internazionali BNL d’Italia 2025, Zespri Kiwifruit is strengthening its presence in the Italian tennis world and announcing its arrival at the Fan Village of the Davis Cup Final 8 – Bologna 2025. From November 18th to 23rd, 2025, Zespri will bring read more

Po poprzedniej edycji, która odbyła się w Nowej Zelandii w Mount Maunganui, kolejnym krajem, który będzie gospodarzem Międzynarodowego Sympozjum na Temat Kiwi, będzie Włochy. Wydarzenie zaplanowano na 6-9 września 2027 roku w Materze, w regionie Basilicata. Ogłosiło to Międzynarodowe Towarzystwo Ogrodnictwa (ISHS), które… read more

Earlier this month, rain caused delays in harvesting for Greek kiwifruit grower Kostas Kallitsis in his 9.5-hectare Green kiwifruit block in Katerini, south of Thessaloniki. His family has been growing kiwifruit since 1987 and supplies Zespri. After testing Zespri SunGold in 2018 and achieving yields of around read more

"Nasze rynki są równomiernie podzielone między Stany Zjednoczone i Europę, ale wiśnie wciąż mają duże znaczenie w Chinach. Firma rozszerza również swoją działalność na Indie, gdzie pięć lat temu rozpoczęła sprzedaż kiwi, a niedawno zaczęła dostarczać wiśnie. To wysiłek mający na celu dywersyfikację…" read more

The new campaign for yellow-fleshed kiwifruit started early, providing excellent quality prospects for Kiwiny and the Breitenberger brothers' farm. The farm operates a completely organic supply chain between the regions of Veneto and Calabria. The fruit is known for its intense aromas, vibrant color, and good-quality traits. read more

Sezon greckich kiwi rozpoczął się w tym roku bardzo dobrze. „W okresie poprzedzającym zbioru, wszystko było idealne: ilość słońca i opadów deszczu była optymalna, a w połączeniu z zimnymi nocami, spowodowało doskonałe wartości brix” - mówi Thanos Motsiopoulos, dyrektor handlowy w niemieckiej firmie. read more

According to the French Interprofessional Kiwi Agency (BIK), French kiwi production is expected to experience a slight increase. The agency continues to promote French origin, collectively support French kiwis, and conduct research and experimentation. The French harvest is expected to increase by 10% in 2025. read more

According to the Ministry of Agriculture, kiwifruit grown in Taiwan are more expensive than imported ones because they are limited in availability. However, they are harvested closer to full ripeness, resulting in a higher sugar content and softer texture. Miaoli District Agricultural Research and Extension Station Deputy. read more

Jason Te Brake, the chief executive of kiwifruit marketer Zespri, has stated that in-store sampling at Tesco and Sainsbury’s has contributed to a significant increase in sales during the spring and summer in the UK. read more

New Zealand kiwifruit marketer Zespri is continuing its global outreach efforts after participating in Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong. At the event, the company met with distributors and trade partners to assess market developments and future prospects. CEO Jason Te Brake stated that the event attracted over 1,500 visitors. read more

Anthony Oboussier, based in the Drôme region, has recently completed his first harvest of red kiwis. The harvest showed promising results, but also provided valuable lessons to be learned. While the fruit tasted good, the size did not meet expectations. This marks an encouraging start for the new crop. read more

Seeka, one of New Zealand's largest fruit companies and a significant grower-distributor of products such as kiwifruit and avocados, has discovered what it refers to as "a series of invoicing irregularities" that could total up to NZ$350,000. read more

Seeka, one of the largest fruit companies in New Zealand and a significant grower and distributor of products such as kiwifruit and avocados, has discovered what it refers to as "a series of invoicing irregularities" that could total up to NZ$350 million. read more