Blueberries

The strawberry harvest in the Ortenau district is now picking up speed. The first local strawberries were harvested as early as April 10 in heated tunnels, followed by crops from unheated tunnels just under a week later. Jörg Huber, a strawberry grower and owner of the farm, is actively involved in the process. read more

The strawberry season in Germany in 2026 started earlier than usual, although its course varies significantly by region. According to reports from German advisors presented during the Tunnel Day held on April 23 at the Experimental Center. read more

The Dutch association GroentenFruit Huis reports that the demand for strawberries among younger consumers increased by 6 percent in 2025, while the Netherlands' own crop grew to around 91,000 tonnes. read more

Georgia's strawberry trade experienced a decrease in volume during the first quarter of 2026, as reported by GeoStat. From January to March, imports amounted to 504 tons, with a total value of US$727,400. This is a decline from the 646 tons valued at US$913,000 imported during the same period in 2025. Despite the decrease in volume, the average import read more

The Czerwińsk nad Wisłą region has been one of the most important areas for early ground strawberry production in Poland for years. It is here, thanks to the use of covers such as perforated foil and agricultural fabric, that growers achieve some of the earliest harvests. read more

Nova Siri Genetics (NSG) participation in Macfrut, held in Rimini from April 21st to 23rd, has concluded, confirming the Italian breeding company as an international reference point in the varietal innovation of strawberries and berries. read more

Sezon miękkich owoców zbliża się w Polsce, a dzięki znacznym inwestycjom, spodziewa się, że tegoroczne zbiory wzrosną - powiedział Oleh Naumenko, dyrektor generalny i współwłaściciel polskiego producenta miękkich owoców BigRed berry farm: "Po wymagającym 2025 roku, zmierzamy w kierunku 2026". read more

After a slight rain earlier this week in California, strawberry growers are hoping to overcome it and have a more consistent supply of high-quality strawberries. Currently, almost all strawberries come from California, where the ongoing minor rains are causing problems for growers. "In ranches with..." read more

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Frost damage is visible on most raspberry plantations. Damaged plants should be handled very delicately. Additionally, occasional frosts often affect the plantations, especially when it comes to autumn raspberries, as they can be quite severe. read more

The fourth year in a row, Co-op will be the first UK retailer to transition to selling only 100% British strawberries, sourced exclusively from UK farms. The homegrown fresh berries will be available in stores this week, just in time for St George's Day. The British strawberry season typically runs from read more

British Berry Growers (BBG) ogłosiło powołanie Ali Capper na stanowisko nowego przewodniczącego, którego wdrożenie rozpocznie się w lipcu 2026 r., a formalne objęcie funkcji nastąpi w listopadzie 2026 r. Ali zastąpi Nicka Marstona, obecnego przewodniczącego BBG, który ogłosił swoją planowaną emeryturę wcześniej w tym roku. read more

New varieties, increased resilience, and a positioning increasingly focused on the high-end market: these are the main strategic elements presented by Nsg at Macfrut 2026, where the Italian breeding company confirmed its international role in genetic development. read more

In mid-April, at Dr. Paweł Krawiec's demonstration plantation, as part of the Blueberry Factory project, we observe a typical early spring image of a highbush blueberry plantation. Vegetation has started - daytime temperatures reach around 15°C - but cool nights still significantly. read more

This week, Co-op is poised to become the first UK retailer to exclusively sell British strawberries for the fourth consecutive year. read more

While a peak in the blueberry harvest was expected in Morocco in April, following numerous weather-induced delays, the situation appears to be more complex in terms of production. On the marketing front, Moroccan exporters are also seeing a drop in prices, despite strong European demand for the fruit. read more

This year's spring is not surprising strawberry growers, but it presents them with well-known challenges. Warm days with temperatures reaching 15-20°C alternate with cool nights, during which the temperature drops to around 0°C, and locally there are frosts. read more