Modern Export Legislation Project
The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is reviewing the way it regulates the export of food and other primary sector products.
It’s not too late to take part in the Agricultural Production Census
There is still the opportunity to participate in the 2022 Agricultural Production Census. Summerfruit growers are encouraged to play their part and support their industry by completing the questionnaire.
Packhouses and Orchard Managers working with New Growers – Urgent
With export registration now open, please ensure that all new growers you are working with are registered with Summerfruit NZ.
Japan and Korea exports: check your MPI tape
Do you know how long you’ve had that MPI approved sealing tape used for exports to Japan and Korea?
Next MG Marketing Charitable Trust Funding Round
The MG Marketing Charitable Trust has been established to contribute towards the general improvement, capability and profile of the horticulture industry in New Zealand.
Graphics for Packaging
These graphics (some of which are shown on this page) have been designed for use on packaging material and are available in cherry and generic fruit options, and in...
Kate's Update
We held the 28th Annual General Meeting of Summerfruit New Zealand on Friday 5 August. Thanks to all the members who were able to attend.
Access for Summerfruit to overseas markets - updated August 2022
Importing country phytosanitary requirements (ICPR) documents issued by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) have been reviewed to identify access conditions for New Zealand summerfruit (cherries, apricots, peaches, nectarines, plums,...
Matt Whiting webinar
Matt Whiting, a researcher and extension officer at Washington State University, met online with Summerfruit NZ members on Tuesday 26 July 2022.
Export registration opens on 1 September
Growers, packhouses and exporters can register for export via the secure portal’s online registration system, from 1 September until 31 October.