Blueberries

A new protocol has been signed between the governments of China and New Zealand, allowing for the resumption of trade for New Zealand kiwiberries. The new kiwiberry export plan, signed on 13 June at Government House, is subject to a series of conditions, including crop registration. read more

Otwarcie tegorocznej sezonu borówkowego miało miejsce wczoraj, w środę 19 czerwca 2024 roku, na farmie borówkowej rodziny Rodemeier w Walsrode. Obecna królowa borówkowa, Tessa I, oficjalnie otworzyła sezon. Po rozpoczęciu zbiorów borówki w południowych i centralnych Niemczech, pole było otwarte. read more

In the small fruits category, strawberries are the undisputed queen with 70% of sales in the segment, according to data presented by the Spanish supermarket chain Eroski. read more

At a press conference, Oksana Skinder, Head of Procurement and Foreign Economic Activities at Belkoopsoyuz, announced that the organization has started procuring blueberries and chanterelle mushrooms. According to the specialist, the price for blueberries ranges from 1.7 to 2.3 euros, depending on. read more

A weak harvest year is unfolding in the most crucial cultivation areas of Serbia. "Since May, we have maintained continuous communication with our suppliers, inspecting orchards and cold storage facilities. The fruit harvested up to this point has produced notably lower yields than anticipated. In the case of strawberries, for instance, read more

While visiting Agroveli's blueberry garden in the village of Gochajikhaishi, Khoni municipality, Minister of Environment Protection and Agriculture Otar Shamugia, State Governor of Imereti Zviad Shalamberidze, and Rural Development Agency Director Davit Tsitlidze evaluated the progress. read more

In 2023, at least for the Emilia-Romagna region, it was not a good year - the floods had particularly affected the fruit producers and significantly reduced the harvest. This year, Italy is also not spared from weather fluctuations. Nevertheless, especially for read more

The effects of the climate phenomenon were diverse: Heavy rainfall caused significant water stress on the fields and serious drainage problems. The transportation infrastructure was also heavily affected, making it difficult for the workers. read more

After the start of the blueberry harvest in southern and central Germany, the blueberry season in the open fields is now also beginning in Germany's largest blueberry cultivation area: the North German Plain. Lower Saxony, with approximately 2,200 hectares of cultivation area and around 65% of the production, is at the center of it. read more

Innovation in food genetics continues to amaze the world, and recently took a step forward with the development of the world's first blackberry with soft and small seeds, created by the American company. read more

This has been highlighted at the official inauguration of the conference, which was attended by the Mayor of Huelva, Pilar Miranda; the president

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The Association of Strawberry Producers and Exporters of Huelva, Freshuelva, revealed in late July that the 2021-2022 season ended with a total strawberry output of 270,120 tons. This represents a 4% decrease from the previous season. Despite an average sales price read more

In the six-month period from September 2023 to February 2024, Egypt's agricultural sector exported 45 thousand tons of strawberries, amounting to $129 million. These strawberry exports represented 2 percent of the total volume and 6 percent of the value of Egypt's agricultural exports of vegetables and fruits. read more

Belgian strawberries were the highlight during a royal visit to Norway. VLAM collaborated with fruit and vegetable exporters and cooperatives to boost the export of Belgian strawberries during HRH Princess Astrid's visit to Norway from June 16-19. In the photo from left to right: An Gilops, Jan Jambon, Princess. read more

Today we present the fifth release for the in-depth analysis column on the evolution of the profile of the national fruit and vegetable purchasing manager, born from the collaboration between Monitor Ortofrutta from Agroter and GfK's Consumer Panel for Italy. The category under examination is... read more

VICA Alegría has officially been unveiled at the International Berry Congress taking place this Wednesday and Thursday in Huelva. The new raspberry variety, emerged

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The 9th edition of the International Berry Congress has started at Casa Colón in the city of Huelva, with a high attendance of over 1,500 professionals and more than 60 exhibiting companies. As usual, delicious Serrano ham and refreshments have been served from lunchtime onwards. read more

The British blueberry season has started, and supermarkets will soon be stocking their shelves with berries. The Hall Hunter Partnership, a prominent UK producer, is looking to increase British blueberry production this summer. Between June and September, 20,000 tonnes of blueberries are sold in the UK, but only 6,000 are grown domestically. read more

The agricultural and food sector is also in focus. With the campaign, VLAM hopes to be able to gain market share compared to its Dutch competitors. "Our country has a long tradition in strawberry cultivation and is strongly committed to technological innovation." read more

Sezon brytyjskich borówek rozpoczął się, a pierwsze ilości są już dostępne w sklepach. Wiodący brytyjski dostawca jagód, Hall Hunter, spodziewa się zbiorów na poziomie 3000 ton w tym roku – co stanowi 50 procent całkowitej produkcji w Wielkiej Brytanii. read more