Kiwifruit

"We are very satisfied with the early harvesting period for Dori," says Roelof du Toit, technical director at The Kiwi Connection. Over the next two weeks, the yellow kiwi variety will be harvested in Grabouw and Rawsonville, and shortly after in George. He also mentions that they are pleased with the results. read more

Over the last 25 years, the kiwifruit industry in South Africa has adjusted to its warm climate by emphasizing yellow and red-fleshed varieties. This strategic change tackles issues associated with traditional green kiwifruit cultivation, positioning the country as a rising star in global markets. read more

Zespri's first charter shipment of the 2025 New Zealand kiwifruit season has set sail from Tauranga, heading to Shanghai. read more

The Kowhai is expected to arrive in Shanghai at the end of March. Zespri's second chartered ship of the season - the Oriental Iris - also sails to Tokyo in week 11, where the season is in full swing. read more

Zespri's first charter shipment of the 2025 New Zealand kiwifruit season has departed from the Port of Tauranga, bound for Shanghai. The vessel, Kowhai—named by Zespri in 2020—is carrying approximately 1.2 million trays, or 5,400 tonnes, of SunGold kiwifruit, along with 16 containers. read more

New plantings of yellow- and red-fleshed kiwifruit varieties are contributing to the growth of South Africa's kiwifruit industry. Although kiwifruit farming began in the country more than 25 years ago, the sector has historically faced challenges in developing a strong export presence. Recent... read more

New plantings of yellow- and red-fleshed kiwifruit varieties are contributing to the growth of South Africa's kiwifruit industry. Although kiwifruit farming began in the country more than 25 years ago, the sector has historically faced challenges in developing a strong export presence. Recent efforts… read more