Report Highlights:

At 454,150 tons, New Zealand apple production in MY 2008 is up 3.2% over last year but less than originally forecast. The good quality of this year’s crop means that less fruit is destined for processing, down an estimated 16% from last year, but more is destined for export. Based on official Pipfruit New Zealand crop estimates released in February, 2009 and subsequent interviews with industry contacts, exports are forecast to reach 294,250 tons, up nearly 13% from last year.

Executive Summary:

At 454,150 tons, New Zealand apple production in MY 2008 is up 3.2% over last year but less than originally forecast. The good quality of this year’s crop means that less fruit is destined for processing, down an estimated 16% from last year to 105,000 tons, but more is destined for export. Based on official Pipfruit New Zealand crop estimates released in February, 2009 and subsequent interviews with industry contacts, exports are forecast to reach 294,250 tons, up nearly 13% from last year.

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