Blueberries

The Frutti di Gil, a joint venture between Gruppo Orsero - a leader in the distribution of fruit and vegetable products - and Cerchia Holding of the Molari family - specialists in varietal selection and berry nursery - will be present at Macfrut 2026 with a stand in Pavilion D2 (Stand X). read more

In Polish greenhouse farms, strawberry harvest has been in full swing for a few days now. Consumers, as well as retailers from selected supermarket chains, are eagerly awaiting better availability of these first, Polish red fruits. We know how they look and taste. read more

As part of the Blueberry Factory 2026 project, long-term observations are being conducted on the impact of a substrate based on brown coal on the condition and productivity of highbush blueberry shrubs. One of the analyzed plots is the 'Bluecrop' variety, where - we. read more

Since joining the SanLucar group, the French company Buonanno, based at Saint-Charles International in Perpignan, has been focusing on a very special strawberry: the SanLucar premium strawberry, at the heart of SanLucar's premium red fruit strategy. Behind this premium strawberry is a club. read more

The beginning of the raspberry season this year is marked by significant temperature fluctuations and the risk of frost. Growers are facing the need to protect the plants and maintain their high yield potential. In the experiments conducted read more

The campaign for Sicilian netted melons has started. First arrivals for new potatoes, especially Sicilian ones. Demand is still contained for peas, loquats, and artichokes, as well as for eggplants. The campaigns for asparagus and strawberries continue: the latter are experiencing decreasing prices. read more

Wholesale prices in the UK experienced varying trends this week. While strawberries and asparagus saw significant price hikes, most categories of apples only saw minor fluctuations. Apple prices remained mostly steady or slightly increased. The average price of Bramley's seedlings was £1.23/kg, a decrease from £1.29/kg previously. read more

The first Polish strawberries have appeared for sale in the Biedronka network. This year's season started on April 14th, and the fruits from domestic producers are available in over 1300 stores across Poland. This is one of the key moments in the sales calendar of the network.

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Sustainable water management has become one of the major challenges in modern strawberry cultivation, especially in tabletop systems commonly used in Northern Europe. In 2023, Proefcentrum Hoogstraten (PCH) conducted a full-season trial using Sigrow Soil Mini substrate. read more

California strawberry processors are currently under pressure in 2026 due to lower field prices, which are being offset by higher labor costs and increased competition from imports. The field prices for grade 1 fruit have opened at approximately US$0.58 per pound, which is lower than last year's levels. However, this decrease in field prices has not resulted in lower... read more

In the 7/2024 issue of "The Blueberry Patch," readers could read about a report from the German farm of Cornelius Gerbert, where strawberries are grown in various systems - both in open fields and in tunnels. An increasing significance is being placed there. read more

Andalusia has become one of Europe's top regions for blueberry and soft fruit production, thanks to the widespread use of professional hydroponic systems such as pot and bag culture. These systems enable growers to achieve exceptionally high yields by providing precise growing conditions. read more

At BerryBrothers, the final batch of Dutch redcurrants from cold storage in California was sold earlier this month. "We are pleased with the season we had. We have now transitioned to Chilean redcurrants. The quality is good, however, there was a 25% decrease in overall quantity reaching Europe due to adverse weather conditions during harvesting. Nonetheless, we have an adequate supply. read more

The beginning of raspberry vegetation is a period of accumulation of many threats. In plantations, there is a simultaneous appearance of spider mite pressure and the first colonies of aphids. Lately, in many regions of Poland, there have been frosts that can additionally weaken the plants. In such conditions, effective read more

This week, in the fruit wholesale market, prices for Chilean Sweet Mary plums and New Zealand Gala apples increased, while blueberry prices generally declined. Imported durians saw a significant rise in both buyer traffic and supply. According to traders, the recent reduction in availability led to an uptick in demand for durians. read more

Andalusia has positioned itself as one of Europe's top regions for blueberry and soft fruit production, with a high concentration of professional hydroponic systems such as pot and bag culture. This enables growers to achieve very high yields. The cultivation in these media requires extremely precise techniques. read more

The arrival of spring and the consolidation of milder temperatures are bringing about a significant transformation in the fruit and vegetable markets, with the debut of the first summer products and a general adjustment of wholesale prices. Among the tips from La Borsa della Spesa, the service read more

The beginning of blueberry growth is a crucial moment. Plants enter a phase of intense physiological changes, while also being exposed to temperature fluctuations and frosts. In such conditions, it becomes crucial not only to react after damage occurs, but also to... read more