Orchard Development
Existing Developments
Apata’s longstanding reputation as an outstanding post-harvest operator has been forged from two key elements namely, technology and people.
Our packhouses are equipped with the latest fruit handling technology and we combine this with leading-edge information systems that enable us to make smart decisions.
We pride ourselves on the diversity and talent of our people who understand post-harvest requirements, particularly around fruit handling and harvest maturity protocols.
Combined, these qualities make a powerful recipe that sets Apata apart from the rest of the industry and ultimately ensures success for our growers.
Your development contact
Shaun Vickers
GM Business Development, Client Services and Orchards
Rawhiti Orchard – Gisborne
- ~ 76 hectares of citrus and grapes purchased in 2019
- Conversion to ~ 62.3 hectares of Gold kiwifruit commenced mid-2019
- To date, all but three blocks have been planted with the balance to be completed by the end of 2021
- 30 hectares to commence production for the 2023 harvest with full production expected by 2025
Edgecumbe Development, including 79 canopy hectare Rangitaiki Orchard development
- ~ 125 hectares of dairy land purchased in 2020
- Conversion to ~ 105 canopy hectares of Green kiwifruit commenced in mid-2020, focusing on the 79 canopy hectare Rangitaiki Orchard development
- 25 Canopy Hectares planted with the balance anticipated to be planted by end 2021
- Production to commence in 2023 with full production by 2026
Waitotara Orchard – Whanganui
- ~ 27 hectares of dairy land purchased in 2020
- Conversion to ~ 21 canopy hectares of Green kiwifruit commenced in mid-2020
- All infrastructure complete and planted
- Production to commence in 2023 with full production by 2025