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An Interview With Zespri: A Record-Breaking 2021 in ChinaIn a recent interview with Produce Report, Zespri’s Jiang Shijie discussed topics ranging from the new RubyRed cultivar to future priorities for the China market.	November 18, 2021 Jing Zang
Zespri Enacts Swift Response as China Detects SARS-CoV-2 on KiwifruitOn Sept. 22, samples from a batch of Zespri kiwifruit reportedly tested positive for the SARS-CoV-2 virus in China’s Jiangsu province.	September 29, 2021 Jing Zang
Is Yunnan’s Prizewinning Apple a Copycat?Shenzhen SVM Variety Management and New Zealand’s Prevar Ltd. are pursuing legal action against the alleged infringement and misappropriation of their plant breeders’ rights for the PremA280 apple variety.	July 23, 2021 Emily C
Zespri’s Approach to Unlicensed Kiwifruit Falls ThroughA proposition to commercialize unlicensed SunGold kiwifruit grown in China has failed to garner sufficient support from New Zealand’s growers, despite 70.5% of respondents voting in favor.	July 08, 2021 Emily C
2020–2021 Blueberry Yearbook Reveals Southern Hemisphere Export DataThe recently published 2020–2021 Blueberry Yearbook shows that Peru continues to lead Southern Hemisphere blueberry exports.	June 10, 2021 Emily F
[Press Release] Zespri Marks Record 2020/21 SeasonZespri, the world’s largest marketer of kiwifruit, saw record results in the 2020/21 season.	May 31, 2021 Produce Report
Can New Zealand’s Apple Producers Weather the Storm?Apple producers in New Zealand have been forced to overcome several obstacles during the 2020/21 season. What does that mean for international apple exports?	May 28, 2021 Connor W
SHAFFE Releases Southern Hemisphere Fresh Fruit Outlook Survey ResultsThe results of the 2020 Southern Hemisphere Fresh Fruit Outlook Survey show a generally positive outlook for the 2021 season and beyond.	May 24, 2021 Emily F
[Press Release] Zespri and Pagoda Launch Red Kiwifruit in ChinaOn April 26, Zespri and Pagoda announced the launch of red kiwifruit on the China market.	April 29, 2021 Andrew D
2021 Dazzle Apples Launch Held in Shanghai and GuangzhouNew Zealand’s Dazzle apples are due to enter full production for the first time this year, which should translate to a substantial increase in exports to China.	April 28, 2021 Jing Zang