Tasmanian cherries arrive in Taiwan for Lunar New Year

A launch event was held in Taipei on 8 January to celebrate the official start of the Tasmanian cherry season ahead of the Lunar New Year celebrations. The event brought together representatives from the Tasmanian cherry industry, Fruit Growers Tasmania, Cherry Growers Australia and Austrade, along with Taiwanese importers and buyers. Peter Cornish, Managing Director of Fruit Growers Tasmania and President of Cherry Growers Australia, said: “I am pleased to be involved in this important event… This is the first time Tasmania has participated in a national event to promote the cherry season to importers and buyers,” adding that “Taiwan is a very important market for Australian cherries, with 22% of Tasmanian exports going to the Taiwanese market. Launch The launch ceremony ...