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The Board of Directors of Zespri will start a search process next year to select a new chief executive officer.

Zespri's total sales revenue for the 2015/16 season grew to hit a record high of $1.9 billion, up 22% from the previous season.

Zespri brand kiwifruit has become a symbol of status and wealth in China.

Kiwifruit, not pills, is set to be offered as a cure for people with gastro and laxation problems.

The closed tender bid process for the Gold3 licence for attracted strong participation, with over 1000 growers bidding for licence, Zespri says.

Zespri chairman Peter McBride is challenging employers in the horticulture sector to do more for young people in the industry.

Despite a record breaking 2015-16 season for kiwifruit, there is room for improvement and greater growth, says Zespri chairman Peter McBride.

Gold kiwifruit has transformed the industry in the last 15 years, says Zespri chief operating officer Simon Limmer.

Three or four years ago Zespri found the business environment in China challenging.

The 2015/16 kiwifruit season has broken records for the industry and Zespri.