Southland Orchard is a strong example of meticulous development and the care that goes into every Baygold property. Even before completion, it already reflects the strength of the work behind it. With a proactive approach and close attention to detail, the orchard has been set up to support healthy vine development and deliver outstanding productivity for years to come.
Purchased in 2011, Whiritoa Orchards carries a rich history reflected in its name, derived from “Rawhitiroa” meaning “a long day” or “a place where the sun shines for a long time.” It also speaks to the land’s place along explorer Ihenga’s journey from Maketu to Rotorua.
Whiritoa is a unique property, shaped by both its history and its future potential. Alongside its productive orchard development, the site includes a working pumice quarry, with careful land contouring to maximise usable, high-quality plantable land and overall land recovery. Remaining areas continue to be utilised productively for silage and maize.
This has been a long-term development by both name and nature. Planting is now complete, with the first full production harvest forecast from 2028.
Situated near Maketu, The Coast orchard spans almost 19 hectares of SunGold. Developed progressively from 2010 onward, it is known for both innovation and sustainable practices suited to its coastal environment. Its location makes it a strategic property within Baygold’s wider network.
Athenberry has built a reputation for consistent SunGold yields. Its well-established plantings and strong orchard practices make it a steady contributor to Baygold’s overall production.
The MacDougall property in Ōtamarākau is a flagship large-scale development, with earthworks and construction now well underway. It reflects the capability to deliver complex, high-performance orchard projects at scale.
Situated between Old Coach Road and State Highway 2, the 130-hectare site offers strong growing conditions, including free-draining soils, a north-facing aspect, and a coastal climate.
The development will establish approximately 94 canopy hectares of SunGold kiwifruit, alongside native wetland areas designed for long-term environmental and land value outcomes.
With more than 3 million cubic metres of earth being moved and reshaped, MacDougall is a standout example of premium orchard transformation at scale.
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Rich soils, sunshine and reliable rainfall make the Bay of Plenty one of the most productive horticultural regions in the world.
Here’s a snapshot of the climate conditions that support our thriving orchards.
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