Our Kiwifruit Services
Professional contracting services for every stage of kiwifruit production
Kiwifruit Picking
Harvesting Services
Season: March - May (Autumn)
Expert kiwifruit harvesting teams trained in proper picking techniques to ensure fruit quality and minimize damage. Our experienced pickers understand the importance of timing and gentle handling.
What We Provide:
- Skilled picking crews (daily or seasonal contracts)
- Quality-focused harvesting to minimize bruising
- Bin filling and orchard transport
- Flexible team sizes based on orchard needs
- Experienced supervisors to maintain quality standards
Pruning Services
Winter & Summer Pruning
Season: June - August (Winter) & December - January (Summer)
Professional pruning services to shape vines, control growth, and maximize fruit production. Our pruners are trained in both winter structural pruning and summer canopy management.
Services Include:
- Winter pruning for vine structure and health
- Summer pruning for canopy management
- Cane selection and positioning
- Removal of dead and diseased wood
- Brush clearing and disposal
Fruit Thinning
Thinning Services
Season: December - January (Early Summer)
Strategic fruit thinning to optimize fruit size and quality. Our trained teams understand the balance between yield and premium fruit production.
What We Offer:
- Hand thinning to target fruit numbers
- Selective removal of small or damaged fruit
- Optimization for export quality standards
- Quality control monitoring throughout process
- Experienced crews familiar with variety requirements
Tipping Services
Shoot & Tip Management
Season: October - December (Spring/Summer)
Professional shoot and tip removal services to direct vine energy towards fruit production and maintain manageable canopy growth.
Services Include:
- Removal of excess shoot tips
- Canopy height control
- Lateral shoot management
- Improved light penetration and air circulation
- Reduction of disease pressure
Vine Tying
Tying & Training Services
Season: September - November (Spring)
Expert vine training and tying to establish proper canopy structure and support healthy fruit development throughout the season.
What We Provide:
- Cane tying and positioning on structures
- Leader and replacement cane training
- Wire positioning and tensioning
- Young vine establishment support
- String and clip application
Orchard Maintenance
General Orchard Services
Season: Year-Round
Comprehensive orchard maintenance and support services to keep your kiwifruit operation running smoothly throughout the year.
Additional Services:
- Spraying crew assistance
- Irrigation system maintenance
- Weed and pest control support
- Structure repairs and maintenance
- General orchard cleanup and preparation
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