Blueberries

JCLM Farming's strawberry propagator, Jack Beattie, stated that the decision to collaborate with the UC Davis breeding program was based on a key question: what provides tangible benefits for growers? "When considering strawberry production on a worldwide scale, UC Davis varieties are a significant player." read more

In 2025, Georgia's blueberry industry showed consistent growth, producing over 7,500 tons of blueberries, with almost 95% of the harvest being exported, amounting to nearly 7,000 tons shipped internationally. Despite being primarily made up of small-scale growers, the sector is experiencing an increase in export activity and enhanced quality standards. read more

Strawberry production in Uzbekistan is undergoing changes as farmers adopt new management techniques and utilize protected cultivation systems. Rustam Ismatullayev, whose family has been involved in farming since the 1960s, started his own independent farming operation in the early 2000s and grew his land to 10 hectares by 2013. read more

Berry marketer and distributor Sun Belle has launched Craveabelles, a new premium blackberry label aiming to enhance the category as spring supplies last through May. read more

With significantly lower volumes in many cases, the average prices at the auctions of the Association of Belgian Horticultural Cooperatives in week 8 are often much higher than a year earlier. An exception is tomatoes, where volumes are indeed higher than a year earlier, yet with a higher average price. read more

Ukrainian berry production is increasingly focused on processing, automation, and added value. Operating at this intersection is INSORTEX, a Ukrainian manufacturer of equipment for sorting, processing, and packaging berries, and a member of the Berry Growing of Ukraine Association. read more

Według Oleksandra Pukshyna, zastępcy dyrektora ds. sprzedaży ukraińskiego eksportera borówki Blue Berry LLC, obecny stan ukraińskiego przemysłu borówkowego jest stabilny, jednak informacje statystyczne brakowało w ostatnich latach: "Według ostatnich oficjalnych statystyk z 2021 roku, na terenie około 5 500 ha read more

The issue of choosing the right blueberry varieties for the upcoming production years is a serious challenge for growers in a rapidly changing climate. In the second part of the report on the debate organized during the Blueberry Factory, we will focus on the priorities in selecting blueberry varieties. read more

issued on 27 January through the EU's Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF). Oxamyl was detected in an imported batch of frozen strawberries from Egypt, prompting a new alert in Poland. Oxamyl is a pesticide banned in the European Union. read more

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On March 5th and 6th, 2026, the 14th International Blueberry Conference will take place – one of the most important events for highbush blueberry growers, trading companies, and production technology suppliers. The conference, which has been setting the direction for industry development for 14 years, will once again bring together. read more

Building on the success of the previous edition, Macfrut will relaunch the Berry Area in 2026 - with a larger exhibition area, an expanded program of scientific events, and an even more international character. The Berry Area is a leading event for the entire supply chain. read more

Strawberry growers Jessica and Mario Hellemons are like center forwards in a team with a common goal - to decrease the use of fossil fuels and uphold quality, supply consistency, and profitability. read more

Strawberry growers Jessica and Mario Hellemons are key players in a team with a common goal - to minimize the use of fossil-based inputs while upholding quality, ensuring a dependable supply, and maximizing profitability. read more

The South African blueberry season has seen significant growth in terms of production. Over the years, there has been an increase in the cultivation of blueberries in the country, leading to a rise in production volumes. This growth has been driven by factors such as increasing demand for blueberries both locally and internationally, favorable climate conditions in certain regions of South Africa for blueberry cultivation, and advancements in farming techniques. As a result, South Africa has become a key player in the global blueberry market, exporting large quantities of blueberries to various countries around the world. read more

Between Mazara del Vallo and Marsala, the largest blueberry plantation ever established in Sicily is taking shape, as reported by LaSicilia, describing a new challenge for the island's agriculture. The project is led by Agroblu, headed by entrepreneur Giacomo Rizzo, with support from the fund. read more

Shoppers in the United Kingdom who regularly buy strawberries may experience limited availability this week due to supply disruptions caused by unfavorable weather conditions in important growing areas. Persistent wet weather in the UK and Europe has impacted various fruit and vegetable crops. read more

In Drohobych, western Ukraine, West Berry celebrated its ten-year anniversary by inaugurating a newly constructed production hall equipped with modern processing lines. Established in 2016, the company has grown from being a local producer to becoming one of Ukraine's leading exporters of frozen berries. Its products are. read more