Kiwifruit Market Insights October 2026

Kiwifruit property market in 60 seconds

Strong grower confidence supporting rising orchard values

Values continue to rise across the kiwifruit sector, particularly for well-located, high-producing orchards. Strong grower confidence, record orchard returns and positive market sentiment are supporting demand and underpinning firm orchard values in established growing regions.

Bareland and development demand remaining strong

Demand for bareland remains very strong, supported by ongoing greenfield development activity and expectations of future licence demand. Current development momentum continues to sustain competition for suitable land in proven growing locations.

Licence demand expected to remain firm

Strong levels of greenfield development are expected to support robust demand for future licence releases, particularly from growers seeking expansion opportunities and long-term production growth.

New variety anticipation lifting market sentiment

There is growing interest around the anticipated release of a new green variety, with growers and investors closely watching future licence opportunities. This is expected to support ongoing development activity and reinforce confidence across the sector.

Buyer pool remains broad

Buyer demand continues to come from a mix of existing growers, new entrants to the industry and corporate or syndicated investors, supporting competition across quality orchard and development opportunities.

Outlook remains positive

Overall, kiwifruit sector sentiment remains positive. Strong returns, ongoing investment and confidence in future growth continue to support increasing values for well-located, productive orchard assets.