Asparagus season begins despite rising costs for growers

Thursday 22 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 23 Oct, 2:11pm

New Zealand's short asparagus season has started, with a strong beginning reported in the Waikato. While growers hope high demand will drive sales, they are facing pressure from increasing fuel and freight expenses.

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First reported by RNZ, Thu 22 Oct, 5:31pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 21 hours

RNZThu 22 Oct, 5:31pm

'Boomer start' to asparagus season, but fuel and freight bills bite growers (opens in new tab)
NZ HeraldFri 23 Oct, 2:11pm

Waikato asparagus season gets off to a flying start despite higher fuel and freight costs (opens in new tab)