Our Packhouse
Fairfield Orchards
State-of-the-Art Packhouse
At Fairfield Orchards, we pride ourselves on staying ahead of the curve with cutting-edge technology and innovation. Our newly upgraded, fully automated packhouse, which began operations in March last year, is a testament to this commitment. Built to address global challenges in labour and market demand, this facility represents the future of efficient, high-quality fruit handling and presentation.
Central to our operation are five Āporo II produce packers, key elements of our automation strategy. These advanced machines deliver world-class efficiency, ensuring soft fruit handling and consistent high levels of fruit presentation. The result? Significant labour savings and beautifully presented produce that meets the rigorous standards of our customers.
Innovation
We are early adopters of new technologies for packing and quality control of fruit.
Technology
We strongly believe in the integration of new technologies to increase production efficiency.
Quality Fruit
Our soft fruit handling robotics ensures consistent high levels of fruit presentation.
Partnering with Āporo for Maximum Performance
Fairfield has partnered with Āporo to continually push the performance envelope. As early adopters of Āporo’s high-speed kit, we’ve achieved a 30% increase in packing speed, allowing us to maximize productivity without compromising on quality. This market-leading efficiency enables us to stay competitive while meeting the growing demand for premium fruit.
Harnessing AI for Precision Grading
Our packhouse also features the latest in AI-driven fruit grading technology. This state-of-the-art software automates the grading process, ensuring that each apple is evaluated with unmatched precision. By investing in artificial intelligence, we have revolutionized our operations, allowing our team to focus on strategic tasks that drive the success of our orchard while ensuring every piece of fruit meets our exacting standards.
At Fairfield Orchards, we believe that embracing technology is the key to staying at the forefront of the industry. Our investment in advanced automation and AI ensures we continue to deliver top-quality produce with maximum efficiency, positioning us as a leader in innovation and growth.
All year round orchard work and job opportunities in Motueka
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Orchard work includes seasonal jobs such as fruit picking (apples & kiwifruit), packhouse jobs (including graders and machinery operators), coolstore work, orchard hands, and orchard supervisors. You’ll also find more permanent positions including truck drivers, forklift drivers, and orchard foreman/s.
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