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Wednesday, 04 December 2019 07:55
The reality of technology
As the apple industry faces a labour crisis, there is a lot of talk about technology playing a role in harvesting crops.
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Tuesday, 03 December 2019 12:55
Govt policy will cost $80m
NZ's apple sector is facing a potential $80 million loss in the coming season because of a looming labour shortage.
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Wednesday, 18 April 2018 08:55
Finding labour an increasing challenge
The apple industry will harvest all its fruit this season, but finding labour is making it an increasing challenge, says NZ Apple and Pear chief executive Alan Pollard.
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