Shane Jones accuses kiwifruit industry of slave practices
Monday 31 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story National Party, NZ First, Shane Jones
NZ First deputy leader Shane Jones has alleged that the Bay of Plenty kiwifruit industry uses "medieval slave practices." During a Wellington meeting, Jones called for a review of the laws governing Zespri. Zespri stated that it investigates such allegations and removes operators that do not comply with regulations.