Bees and pollen

Pollination is one of the most important activities in the orchard calendar. Many kiwifruit orchards rely on artificial pollination, as well as pollination by bees, to ensure effective pollination takes place. The movement of pollen and flowers between orchards and regions must be managed to minimise the risk of Psa-V spread.

Click on the links below to view the following protocols.

• Artificial pollination—protocols (26.10.12) 
• Pollination with bees (01.10.12)  
   

Best practice guidelines and protocols for pollen users and providers

• Artificial Pollen Standard and Guidelines (01.10.12)

- Pollen audit checklist (08.11.12)
- Harvesters letter of agreement (16.09.11)
 

Additional information

• Male pollinisers—susceptibility to Psa-V (06.06.12)