'Stay on top': Kiwifruit growers warned on plant‑moving risks

Steve EdwardsCoast & Country News·5 Jul, 2026 05:00 PM5 mins to readKiwifruit Vine Health chief executive Leanne Stewart. Photo /Dscribe Media Services Kiwifruit Vine Health chief executive Leanne Stewart. Photo /Dscribe Media Services Kiwifruit growers need to be “biosecurity smart”. Winter is a key time for replanting or establishing new kiwifruit blocks, Kiwifruit Vine Health chief executive Leanne Stewart says.

“Whether you’re replacing old vines or developing a new area, it’s vital to stay on top of biosecurity requirements – especially when

'Stay on top': Kiwifruit growers warned on plant‑moving risks

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