Orchard News
Get the Latest Orchard News
Find out what’s happening on the farm with our latest orchards news
Congratulations Paige! A Fairfield Orchards Team Milestone
Growing great apples is a year-round commitment. Even on the frostiest mornings, our team shapes next season’s crop.
Dedicated to growing great apples
Growing great apples is a year-round commitment. Even on the frostiest mornings, our team shapes next season’s crop.
The sun sets on another Dazzle harvest
The sun is setting on another Dazzle harvest. What a season it’s been! We’re seriously excited about the fruit heading to market this year. Our Dazzle apples have come up with incredible colour, outstanding taste, and top-notch quality, along with a great volume to match.
Welcome our new team members from Timor!
We’re excited to welcome our new team members from Timor to Fairfield Orchards!
From their arrival at the airport to their first day on the job in high-vis, it’s been great to see them settling in and getting started.
Harvest 2026 is Underway at Fairfield Orchards
The anticipation is building here at Fairfield Orchards in Riwaka as our ENVY apples near the moment of harvest! While the orchard looks peaceful at first glance, there’s a lot happening behind the scenes to ensure we bring you the best quality fruit.
New Coolstore Logistics Manager at Fairfield Orchards!
At Fairfield Orchards, getting fruit from tree to market is a serious operation – and this season, we’re proud to introduce the person leading that charge.
Coolstore No. 9 – Another Big Step at Fairfield Orchards
Teamwork and Innovation: Fairfield Orchards’ New Coolstore We’re excited to share a milestone at Fairfield Orchards – the construction of Coolstore No. 9 is well
General Orchard Hands
We have full-time permanent employment available for General Orchard Hands. The work you do will vary depend on your skills and experience.
Orchard Supervisors
We have full-time permanent employment available for Orchard Supervisors. The work is varied and changes throughout the year.
Fairfield Orchards Powers Ahead with Solar Energy
Future-Proofing Fairfield Orchards with Sustainable Solar Energy. Fairfield Orchards has taken a major step toward a more sustainable future with the installation of a 600kW
Thanks, Farmlands Cooperative!
Thanks, Farmlands for the BBQ ! After weeks of rain and the worst flooding Riwaka has seen in over a hundred years, Farmlands put on
Horticultural Apprentice
Horticultural Cadet: Learn While you Work & Earn Joining Fairfield Orchards as a Horticultural Apprentice presents an exceptional opportunity for individuals passionate about pursuing a
Envy Apples Ready for Harvest
The anticipation is building here at Fairfield Orchards in Riwaka as our ENVY apples near the moment of harvest! While the orchard looks peaceful at first glance, there’s a lot happening behind the scenes to ensure we bring you the best quality fruit.
Managing Canker Disease in Our Orchards
Disease control is crucial for maintaining a healthy orchard, ensuring each tree thrives and ultimately yields more apples. Just like any living organism, apple trees can get sick too.
Nelson Young Grower of the Year 2024
Farrah Richards Triumphs as Nelson Young Grower of the Year 2024. This annual competition is open to both commercial fruit and vegetable growers from the Nelson region.
Let’s meet some of our orchard customers!
While taking a break in Europe in September, our company directors managed to squeeze in a visit to one of their Pink Lady™ customers in Cavaillon, France.
Our Pink Lady™ Apples – World Famous in Europe!
While taking a break in Europe in September, our company directors managed to squeeze in a visit to one of their Pink Lady™ customers in Cavaillon, France.
Spring has Sprung
The apple trees are in full bloom, heavy with blossom and a promise of a bountiful crop to come. If you’d be interested in seasonal