IntraFish: What are New Zealand’s main export markets?
Mike Burrell: the United States, South Korea, Australia and Japan.
IF:How has the global recession affected exports over the past year or so? Are there any changes in what’s being bought and how are producers reacting?
MB: With the obvious economic slowdown in many of New Zealand’s key export markets, the redeeming feature of our products is the assurance of quality and supply. They are year-round performers, and buyers are reassured by the delivery of consistent supply and consistently high quality.
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