Zespri's near-monopoly export status pays off for $3 billion industry, says new report
Monopsonies are considered technically inefficient - not so Zespri, says Berl.
Monopsonies are considered technically inefficient - not so Zespri, says Berl.
Kiwifruit exporter says focus on maximising value after string of major challenges.
Employees at a brand new Hamilton site are among those in the firing line.
Kiwifruit exporter also announces US$2m contestable innovation fund.
Key said top China politician understood and appreciated NZ stance on golden kiwifruit.
Stronger global prices, improved fruit quality management brightens outlook for some.
After a caning by Covid, labour shortages, and extreme weather, it’s time to resume growth
Dan Mathieson in New Zealand more than offshore in last two years.
Zespri defends $10 million increase in its payments to employees.
Problems or opportunities? Industry pledges to rise to challenges after tough year.
Chinese online platform JD.com is gearing up to sell more NZ kiwifruit this season.
Smuggled variety means NZ industry leaders will head to China to investigate.
Smaller crop this season an opportunity to get on top of quality issues.
Fruit quality woes could intensify as Cyclone Gabrielle hits premium growing regions.
Improving outlook for quality but costs yet to be fully counted.
Higher than estimated fruit loss and quality claims take bite out of this season.
Exporters as a whole have continued to focus on furthering their reach into China.
The orchard's CV would have skyrocketed from $1.65m to $4.1m if the council had its way.