Blueberries

The ascent of the Gandolfo Group, a Lombard company with its headquarters in Figino Serenza (Como) and a presence at the Ortomercato in Milan, continues. Today, it is one of the protagonists in the national fruit and vegetable market. In a complex environment, the group continues to grow: "At the beginning..." read more

The UK berry grower Chambers has joined the Marionnet Label cane-fruit genetics development programme. read more

The topics of the Berry Technology Forum include choosing the right cultural substrate for successful berry fruit production, AI-controlled drainage monitoring, selecting the appropriate greenhouse for optimal crop management, and the effect of sunlight on plants as a production factor in polytunnels. read more

Peter Durber from Tropifresh, an importer and wholesaler of exotic products based in New Spitalfields, received the Lifetime Achievement Award at this year's FPC Fresh Awards. Other notable winners included the horticultural investment firm Greosn, pioneering strawberry producer Dyson Farming, and sustainable glasshouse grower Thanet Earth. read more

The Summer Berry Company (TSBC), a fruit producer, has started harvesting commercial quantities of Malaika, a premium raspberry variety developed by Advanced Berry Breeding (ABB). read more

Hortifrut has created a range of new products and packaging options aimed at anticipating trends and increasing the consumption of berries. read more

Bipartisan group of US legislators has called on US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to prioritize market access for US blueberries in trade talks with key Asian partners. read more

As Philippe Binard, Freshfel Europe, reported during the International Strawberry Congress in Antwerp, global strawberry production has increased by 37% in the last decade, reaching 9.4 million tons, accounting for 1.2% of global fruit production. As much as 89% of this

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The prices of raspberries have slightly increased in recent days - this is especially visible on wholesale markets. Different retail chains are currently offering fruits at similar prices, although promotional offers can also be found. The quality of the fruits available in trade is... read more

In many countries, 20 to 25% of the production cost of blueberries is determined by the cost of picking the fruit, which is a major concern due to the decreasing availability of labor. The presentation on machine harvesting of blueberries generated a lot of interest, especially in the United States. read more

The blueberry industry is entering a new phase where competition is expanding beyond just orchards to include genomics and biotechnology. Genetic enhancement is increasingly important in guaranteeing a consistent, high-quality, and competitive supply for upcoming markets. Technologies and projections indicate that... read more

The latest projections from the USDA for 2025 indicate that there will be higher production levels for apples, pears, walnuts, and grapes. On the other hand, lower yields are expected for peaches, cranberries, and table olives. California's table grape production is forecasted to remain the same as last year, while Washington's apple harvest is anticipated to reach a record-breaking 8 billion. read more

Between 2000 and 2021, global per capita consumption of blueberries increased by 412%, almonds by 128%, and avocados by 146%. According to Savills' Spotlight: Global Farmland, this trend reflects a larger pattern of consumers seeking foods associated with well-being, such as lean proteins and healthy options. read more

Eurosemillas' contribution to the development of strawberry cultivation is well-known in Huelva, as well as in other main producing areas around the world. The Red Innovation Hub is the platform that will be presented at Fruit Attraction (Hall 8, stand 8C01 at Ifema) from September 30th to October 2nd. read more

Cape Town, South Africa - The International Blueberry Organization (IBO) gathered industry leaders, growers, retailers, decision-makers, and scientists for four days of intense discussions and strategic meetings during the 2025 Summit. In Cape Town, various topics were discussed, including... read more

The new Defra minister Angela Eagle has chosen to meet with the fresh produce sector for her first official farm visit at leading berry grower Hugh Lowe Farms in Kent. read more

The US company Fall Creek Farm & Nursery expects its Sekoya varieties to account for over 20% of the blueberries exported from Peru in 2025/26. read more

On around 25,000 m2, the 29th expoSE - Europe's leading trade fair for asparagus and berry production - and the 14th expoDirekt - Germany's largest trade fair for agricultural direct marketing - will present numerous innovations and proven products. The range includes read more