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Zespri to Conduct 'Commercial Trials' with China Sourced Kiwifruit in 2018Zespri plans to choose one Chinese green and one red variety as the final products to source and market domestically in China. It does not plan to trial or provide local growers in China its proprietary green Hayward, sweet green or yellow varieties. May 09, 2018
Dan Siekman

The Zespri booth at Asia Fruit Logistica in 2015. Currently, Zespri sources counter-seasonal kiwifruit for the Chinese market from Italy.
China Fruit Logistica Conference HighlightsThe conference and knowledge-sharing portion of China Fruit Logistica is open to all China Fruit Logistica visitors, and takes place in the same hall as the exhibition, which is open from 10am to 4pm daily. May 08, 2018
Dan Siekman
China Fruit Logistica Premiers on May 14This year marks the first ever China Fruit Logistica, to be held next Monday through Wednesday, May 14 to 16th, at the Shanghai Convention & Exhibition Center of International Sourcing. May 08, 2018
Dan Siekman

Shanghai Convention & Exhibition Center of International Sourcing
China Quarantine Authority Orders Stepped-Up Inspections of US FruitAccording to industry sources in Shanghai and Shenzhen, as far as those sources can ascertain, all shipments of US fruits entering port in those two cities are currently being subjected to on-site inspections, which typically take no more than a day. Additionally, in Shenzhen, as far as the source there has seen, all shipments of US fresh fruits are being subjected to laboratory testing. May 06, 2018
Dan Siekman
China's Rising Pear Production Suffers After Cold FrontsMid-April cold fronts damage early flowering pear trees across China's major pear producing regions. Continued growth in China's pear production is suspect as severe impacts to capacity are reported. Dealers retain pears in cold storage in anticipation of price hikes. May 03, 2018
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China's Domestic Fruit Industry and What it Means for ImportsOverall, rising standards of living and changing consumer trends are setting up China’s fruit market for a “golden era” of growth and development over the next decade—with bright opportunities for both international and domestic producers who can overcome key challenges and adapt to consumers’ demand for differentiated and high-quality fruit. May 01, 2018
Dan Siekman

Lu Fangxiao, President of the China Fruit Marketing Association
China Remains Biggest Market for Vietnam’s Surging Fresh Produce ExportsVietnam's turnover of vegetable and fruit exports achieves a historic benchmark. China, Vietnam's largest trading partner, establishes new quarantine and inspection requirements directed at cross-border trade ports with Vietnam. Moreover, Vietnam publishes a guide for exporting fruit to China April 28, 2018
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China now "Rivaling Japan" as Zespri's Top MarketIn a significant departure from last year, the company said it will this year directly manage a portion of the China-side repacking and shipping of imported New Zealand kiwifruit, which began arriving in China on April 11.  April 27, 2018
Dan Siekman

Zespri Greater China GM Holly Brown, CEO Daniel Mathieson, and External Relations Manager Nick Kirton
With Thai Durian Deal Alibaba Once Again Shows it Can Move Fruit How long does it take to sell 80,000 Thai durians directly to consumers? Apparently, if you are China's Alibaba Group, the answer is less than one minute. What's more, Alibaba has signed a deal with the government of Thailand to purchase three billion RMB (USD 473.6 million) worth of Thai durian over the next three years. April 26, 2018
Dan Siekman
Walmart and JD announce Fresh Assemble InitiativeCalled "Fresh Assemble", the initiative is aimed at streamlining Walmart's fresh supply chain and expanding Walmart's offerings of fresh goods available for home delivery. April 24, 2018
Dan Siekman

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