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Zespri’s indicative June OGR forecast out today reflects a positive start to the 2026/27 season.
Zespri CEO Jason Te Brake says at a per tray level, returns for all categories are forecast to be at similar levels to 2025/26.
“This reflects the strong demand, particularly in Europe and North America where we’ve started the season strongly.
“We’re continuing to perform well in Japan and Korea, with steady sales in China where we’re seeing intense pricing pressure in the premium fruit category. Our in-market teams remain focused on maintaining strong sales rates to help maximise value as the season progresses.”
The forecast also includes increases in freight costs relating to the Middle East conflict.
Mr Te Brake says, “We continue to work closely with our long-term shipping partners to monitor the situation with our shipping programme continuing to run to plan.
“Fruit quality is also generally tracking well, but with a large crop to manage, maintaining quality remains a focus.”
Zespri’s corporate net profit after tax, including licence revenue, is forecast to be $355-$365 million, up from $280 million last year.
2026/27 Indicative June OGR Forecast per tray and per hectare returns
| Pools (Fruit Categories) | 2026/27 Indicative Per Tray Range - June Forecast | 2026/27 Indicative Per Tray Range - 26 March Guidance | 2026/27 Indicative Per Hectare Range - June Forecast | 2026/27 Indicative Per Hectare Range - 26 March Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zespri Green | $9.40 - $10.40 | $9.25 - $10.75 | $95,000-$105,000 | $97,000-$112,000 |
| Zespri Organic Green | $13.00 - $14.50 | $12.50 - $14.50 | $78,000-$87,000 | $85,000-$99,000 |
| Zespri SunGold Kiwifruit | $11.00 - $12.25 | $10.75 - $12.75 | $183,000-$203,000 | $172,000-$204,000 |
| Zespri Organic SunGold Kiwifruit | $15.00 - $16.50 | $14.50 -$16.50 | $183,000-$201,000 | $183,000-$208,000 |
| Zespri Green14 | $9.00 - $10.75 | $9.00-$11.00 | $77,000-$92,000 | $63,000-$77,000 |
| Zespri RubyRed Kiwifruit | $16.25 - $17.25 | $15.00-$17.50 | $112,000-$119,000 | $104,000-$121,000 |
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