NEW ZEALAND

Feedback from the Trade on Their Plans and Interest in the USA Pear Season:

Trade feedback indicates there is interest in USA Pears, even with the reduced crop size. While all mentioned they know USA Pears will be more expensive, all indicated they are going to try and bring in small volumes of fruit. Some importers have reported commitments to bring in a few mixed loads of USA Pears this season.

Expectations for Any Freight or Logistics Challenges:

None expected.

Opportunities in Your Market for Specific Varieties, Sizes, and Grades:

Trade comments indicate they are still interested in Bosc plus Green Anjou and small volumes of Red Anjou

Update on the Competition in the Market:

Australian Packhams are plentiful. There is still NZ Bosc and Angelys available.

Political or Economic Issues Impacting Imports, Retail, or Consumer Behavior:

None

Other Brief Comments:

It's good news that the trade is still wanting to bring in USA Pears, even given the known smaller crop size and likely higher costs.