Hail-struck kiwifruit saved from going to waste and donated to people in need
The company approached kiwifruit giant Zespri to get approval for the move. “We were very thankful when they said yes, and it has put a golden glow on a tough year for our family farm and staff.” About 35,000 tonnes of gold kiwifruit was delivered to the Food Network South Island’s distribution hub in Christchurch on Friday. ALDEN WILLIAMS/Stuff Food Network South Island manager Leo Kwon and Christchurch City councillor Phil Mauger inspect the crop. Mac Hops carried the growing and harvesting costs and local city councillor Phil Mauger covered the transport costs, McGlashen said. A...
Source: stuff.co.nz