The cost of air freight meant most of this summer's crop would be appearing on New Zealand grocery shelves. Consumers are set to enjoy a glut of passionfruit after export woes hit the industry. The NZ Passionfruit Growers Association said about 50 commercial growers produce 120 tonnes a season between February and April. The cost of air freight meant most of this summer's crop would be appearing on New Zealand grocery shelves. As it wrinkles and dehydrates, the pulp draws the sweetness from that pith, therefore making your passionfruit delicious to eat."

Source: Otago Daily Times February 10, 2021 21:45 UTC