Respect for nature and the environment

Nature is fantastic, and Zespri is more keenly aware of that than anyone. All Zespri Kiwifruit is therefore grown, packaged and transported in an environmentally friendly manner.

That awareness begins with the selection of the orchard. Kiwis are cultivated in their natural habitat, with the result that they are less plagued by disease and mould and consequently do not require much treatment.

Thanks to a whole series of sustainability and quality initiatives, Zespri easily meets the strict quality and safety standards laid down by New Zealand. And in fact for the Zespri Organic we even go a step further.

No synthetic fertilisers or resources

Zespri’s organic kiwis are grown in orchards using only organic and mineral fertilisers which do not pollute the soil. The growers use natural substances, such as compost or algae, to combat parasites and plant diseases. Weedkillers, insecticides or other synthetic substances do not enter the orchard, which means that Zespri Organic grows in complete harmony with nature.

Strict monitoring

Every Zespri Organic kiwi is subject to strict monitoring by BIO-GRO, New Zealand’s most important compliance and enforcement organisation. On arrival in Europe an extra check is made by a recognised inspection body. The words “Green Organic” or “Gold Organic” on the little stickers are therefore a guarantee of the very best kiwis grown using 100% organic techniques. Nature at its most beautiful. For all those who consciously choose organic.

Green or gold?

Zespri Organic is available in both the green and gold variety. The characteristics and nutritional value are the same as those of the Zespri Green and Zespri Gold.