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From local family business to global markets: The Reid Produce Co. story Two people standing beside a potato sorting conveyor inside a processing shed, with crates of potatoes in front of them.COMPANYNEWSREID PRODUCE CO

From local family business to global markets: The Reid Produce Co. story

Food processing in Hawke’s Bay has been under the spotlight recently. Announcements from major manufacturers around plant closures and reduced operations have raised understandable questions (and prompted a parliamentary hearing) about the future of regional processing and what it means for growers, workers and local supply chains.At the same time,…
Emma Donadieu
May 27, 2026
Tackling energy costs in food manufacturing: Innovative strategies manufacturers are using Aerial view of refrigerated trucks loading at a distribution facility, illustrating logistics and energy use in food supply chainsCOMPANYNEWSREID PRODUCE CO

Tackling energy costs in food manufacturing: Innovative strategies manufacturers are using

Energy has always been a significant input cost in food processing, but in recent years, it has become one of the most volatile. Globally, energy markets continue to adjust following recent shocks, with price instability still flowing through to industrial users. In New Zealand, electricity prices have remained elevated in…
Reid Produce Co.
April 30, 2026
Fresh, trusted, Kiwi: the appeal of New Zealand produce Reid Produce Co. delivering quality seasonal produce to the Asia PacificCOMPANYNEWSREID PRODUCE CO

Fresh, trusted, Kiwi: the appeal of New Zealand produce

Seasons affect more than growth — they shape flavour, quality and market availability. At Reid Produce Co., we work with suppliers who harness New Zealand’s prime Southern Hemisphere location, fertile soils, clean waters and temperate climate to grow fruit and vegetables that consistently meet the highest quality standards all year…
Reid Produce Co.
October 31, 2025