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Hayward Fruit maturity is estimated by fruit Brix content. Brix is measured using a refractometer, dry matter using a dehydrator and fruit weight using electronic scales, with the scales capable of reading to two decimal places. This level of accuracy is required as only a small slice of the fruit is used to determine its dry matter. 97% of the fruit must have 100% black seeds. Maturity Criteria and Taste Bands The 2012 season will see the first commercial harvests of three new licensed varieties – Gold3, Gold9 and Green14. These have been harvested and sold on a trial basis up until this season. Before commercial release, harvest timing and criteria were managed by ZESPRI to test a range of harvest windows to meet market propositions. An industry working group has reviewed all the information gained during this trial phase and has used this information to set maturity standards for these varieties for the 2012 season. Standards have been set for earlier harvest protocols for Gold3, Gold9 and Green14 but in 2012, maturity clearances will only be given when fruit has reached Main Pack criteria. Kiwifruit Services Contact Details Kiwifruit Grower Services Manager Damian Young 027 500 8586 Grower Services BOP Neale Cameron 027 582 6364 Pete Jury 0274 536 423 Organic Category Manager Andrew Wood 021 475 1323 Northland Growers Graeme Burnett 021 907 477 Northland Grower Services Rosco Mutton 09 409 8560 Grower Services Coordinator Trina Hawkins 07 552 0512 Technical Advice Wade Hunkin 027 481 9905 Grower Payments Andrew Kirk 07 552 0502 www.apata.co.nz
WHAT’S ON! Growsafe & Approved Handler Renewal Certificates bop thursday 12 april 8.30 - 12.00 katikati phone eddie biesiek for details and bookings on 549-4775 or 021 494 042 New Variety Field Days Grower Meeting When: Tuesday 3 April Where: Kaimai Shed,Turntable Road Time: 3.30pm - 5.00pm Come and meet the Directors and get an update on planning for the 2012 season ORGANIC NEW VARIETIES FIELD DAY Where: Dave Goodwin’s orchard Address: 1 Joyce Road Date: Thursday 5 April 2012 Time: 9am - 11am ZESPRI is holding an organic field day to provide a chance for organic growers to see the G3 and G14 varieties on the vine and get the latest insights on growing these new varieties under organic management ZESPRI OPC will be hosting a discussion group on an Apata growers’ GOLD3 orchard next week. GOLD9 is on this site so part of the agenda will include observing and discussing this variety also. Variety: GOLD3 Objective: To see and discuss the pros and cons of establishing Gold3 in a single vs. double planted layout. Vines: 2008 grafted: single planted, 2010 grafted: double planted Address: Goldwood Orchard, Gate 7, 122 Capamagian Drive, Athenree Date: Friday 30 March 2012 Time: 9.00am - 11.30am Variety: GREEN14 Objective: To discuss the challenges and opportunities in establishing and producing this variety Vines: 2088 grafted Address: 764 Rangiuru Road, Te Puke Date: Tuesday 3 April 2012 Time: 9.30am - 11.30am The field days are aimed at growers sharing their experiences . Attendees will be asked to follow hygiene practices as outlined below and respect the wishes of the orchard owner at all times. l Vehicles to be parked off the orchard as directed l Plant material must not enter or be removed from the orchard l Attendees must remain with the group whilst in the orchard l Wear off-orchard clothing DISCLAIMER: The information contained in this publication is intended to be of a general nature and should be treated as a guide only. Apata makes no warranty or representation as to the accuracy or completeness of the information, photographs or other published material in this publication. In this publication, published material authored by a person other than Apata reflects the view of the author and not the view of Apata. Apata shall not be liable to any person for loss, injury or damages arising from any person’s reliance on the published material.
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Hayward<br />
Fruit maturity is estimated by fruit Brix content. Brix is measured<br />
using a refractometer, dry matter using a dehydrator and fruit<br />
weight using electronic scales, with the scales capable of<br />
reading to two decimal places. This level of accuracy is required<br />
as only a small slice of the fruit is used to determine its dry matter.<br />
97% of the fruit must have 100% black seeds.<br />
Maturity Criteria and Taste Bands<br />
The 2012 season will see the first commercial harvests of three<br />
new licensed varieties – Gold3, Gold9 and Green14. These have<br />
been harvested and sold on a trial basis up until this season.<br />
Before commercial release, harvest timing and criteria were<br />
managed by ZESPRI to test a range of harvest windows to meet<br />
market propositions. An industry working group has reviewed<br />
all the information gained during this trial phase and has used<br />
this information to set maturity standards for these varieties for<br />
the 2012 season. Standards have been set for earlier harvest<br />
protocols for Gold3, Gold9 and Green14 but in 2012, maturity<br />
clearances will only be given when fruit has reached Main Pack<br />
criteria.<br />
Kiwifruit Services<br />
Contact Details<br />
Kiwifruit Grower Services Manager<br />
Damian Young<br />
027 500 8586<br />
Grower Services BOP<br />
Neale Cameron<br />
027 582 6364<br />
Pete Jury<br />
0274 536 423<br />
Organic Category Manager<br />
Andrew Wood<br />
021 475 1323<br />
Northland Growers<br />
Graeme Burnett<br />
021 907 477<br />
Northland Grower Services<br />
Rosco Mutton<br />
09 409 8560<br />
Grower Services Coordinator<br />
Trina Hawkins<br />
07 552 0512<br />
Technical Advice<br />
Wade Hunkin<br />
027 481 9905<br />
Grower Payments<br />
Andrew Kirk<br />
07 552 0502<br />
www.apata.co.nz
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