New Zealand’s exports surged 19% year-over-year to NZD 5.8 billion in September 2025, supported by strong overseas demand for milk powder, butter, and cheese (up 27%) and kiwifruit (up 36%). Among major trading partners, exports to China rose 24%, driven by milk powder, butter, and cheese; milk preparations, cereals, flour, and starch; and casein and caseinates. Exports to Australia increased 28%, led by precious metals, jewelry, and coins; crude oil; and dairy products. Shipments to the United States were up 10%, reflecting higher sales of animal or vegetable fats and oils, fruit, and pharmaceutical products. Exports to the European Union climbed 15%, boosted by aluminum and aluminum articles, fruit, and meat and edible offal, while Japan imported 23% more, largely in fruit, dairy products, and meat and edible offal.