New Zealand growers back expansion of Zespri Global Supply

Published 2024년 12월 10일

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New Zealand kiwifruit growers have approved a proposal to expand Zespri Global Supply (ZGS), allowing up to 420 hectares of new SunGold plantings annually over the next six years across countries like Italy, France, Japan, South Korea, and Greece. The vote received strong support, with over 90% of growers and 93.29% by fruit weight count in favor. This decision aims to meet forecasted demand and enhance grower returns amidst increasing competition. The expansion comes after a successful season, with a record 190 million tray crop volume delivered and increased Orchard Gate Returns forecasts for nearly all categories. Planting of the new SunGold hectares is set to commence in early 2025.

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New Zealand kiwifruit growers have voted overwhelmingly to support the expansion of Zespri Global Supply (ZGS), approving the allocation of up to 420ha of new SunGold plantings per year over six years across Italy, France, Japan, South Korea and Greece. Zespri said the result follows an extensive period of discussion to design a resolution that growers supported, and that would enable Zespri to lift supply in line with forecast demand in the context of intensifying competition and an increasingly dynamic category. CEO, Jason Te Brake, commented: “The process that has brought us to this point, along with the result of the vote, reflects the ability of our industry to come together on pressing issues with a focus on delivering strong grower returns and maintaining Zespri’s position as leaders in a competitive category. “The outlook for Zespri Kiwifruit is positive. I’ve spent a lot of time in the markets with our customers in 2024, they want more of our fruit, and they want it all ...

Source: Fruitnet