COMMUNICATIONS

For almost quarter of a century, NZKGI has been the voice for New Zealand’s kiwifruit growers, helping to make key decisions within the industry and acting as an advocate for the industry at government level.

NZKGI plays a central role within the industry to advocate for growers, including wellbeing support during adverse events. There are a number of adverse events that could impact on growers’ wellbeing, such as weather, financial struggle, family circumstances or natural disasters.

Support Funds

NZKGI together with members of the kiwifruit industry have set up the following funds to provide support in times of distress or disaster. If you would like to find out more about the following funds, please contact NZKGI.

Grower Relief Fund

The Kiwifruit Growers Relief Fund Incorporated is a charitable society set up to:

  • Provide disaster relief to kiwifruit growers whose orchards and fruit have suffered damage from natural disasters.
  • Promote, encourage and foster any aspect of the fruit growing industry likely to be of benefit to NZ.
  • Relieve poverty among persons who are or were engaged in activities and employment associated with the NZ kiwifruit industry.

 

ADVERSE WEATHER AT THE TOP OF THE SOUTH

At the end of June/beginning of July 2025, significant rainfall was experienced at the Top of the South, with impacts for kiwifruit growers in this region observed.

Accordingly, NZKGI is now accepting donations of any size for the Grower Relief Fund which will support those growers who have been impacted by the rainfall. NZKGI is asking for donations via bank transferal to the Grower Relief Fund as follows:

Kiwifruit Growers Relief Fund: 06-0433-0442832-00

If you would like a receipt for the donation or any further information, please email info@nzkgi.org.nz