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OPINION: The new government has clearly signalled big cuts across the public service.
Outgoing chief executive of New Zealand Avocado, Jen Scoular believes the sector is well set up despite a challenging environment for growers around the globe.
New Zealand’s avocado industry will take the spotlight in April 2023 when New Zealand hosts the World Avocado Congress next year.
Avocado exporters are now determining how to develop a niche market in China following the signing of export protocol by the two countries.
The New Zealand avocado industry has grown from $70 million value to $200m in four years, says industry leader Tony Ponder.
New Zealand researchers have discovered that New Zealand-grown avocados have unique nutritional qualities.
One of the first projects approved under the Government’s Sustainable Farming Fund (SFF) in 2000 targeted avocado orchard management.
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