Blueberries

Modern technologies for strawberry mulching significantly affect the growth rate, fruit quality, and harvest efficiency. Monika Kwaśny from Geo Polska company discussed the latest solutions in this field, providing their mulching film. read more

Last week, the annual Haskap berry harvest concluded at Phoenix Haskaps' 30-acre farm in Alberta, Canada. The company has been cultivating this distinctive and elongated berry since 2016 and is one of approximately ten Haskap growers in Alberta. Overall, the province boasts 200 acres of Haskap berries. read more

"The category is developing fast," begins Sebastiaan van Altena, blackberry, strawberry, and red currant buyer at the Dutch company, Berries Pride. He is referring to blackberries. "We see growth potential for these berries, and there's noticeable annual growth." Though blackberry consumption is read more

Global fresh fruit markets are currently experiencing significant structural changes, as indicated in Rabobank's most recent World Fruit Map released in July 2025. Although several trends from the 2018 edition persist, such as the high demand for blueberries and avocados, as well as the leading roles of the U.S. and Europe in fruit imports, there are also emerging developments worth noting. read more

On the commercial blueberry plantation of the 'Bluecrop' variety, owned by Dr. Paweł Krawiec, an evaluation of the effects of using organic Carbomat mulch supplied by Carbohort is being conducted. The mulch in this part of the farm has been spread out. read more

Initiated in 2020, the cultivation of blueberries in Brittany by producers of Prince de Bretagne is entering a new phase of development. From the second half of July, the first containers of blueberries will be appearing on the shelves, to the delight of consumers searching for tasty, fresh, and locally grown produce. read more

Technical visits, exhibition area, on-field demonstrations, workshops, and fair tours. All this in Bordeaux from October 7th to 10th, 2025 with the International Asparagus Days (IAD) and International Berries Days (IBD). Two events in one, a meeting point for stakeholders in two complementary sectors. read more

After forever changing the world of household appliances, Dyson is now aiming to transform the way we cultivate. They are doing so with a technologically advanced greenhouse, spread over 26 acres in the heart of Lincolnshire, England, where an unprecedented cultivation system promises to. read more

This represents a 5% decrease compared to the previous campaign. This decline is attributed to climatic and productive factors that have led to an irregular season, although with a positive trend in export markets. Excessive rainfall has particularly led to... read more

With the increasing weather variability and more frequent heatwaves, berry fruit growers have to adjust their fertilization strategies to ensure high fruit quality and proper yield. This season, on the plot of the 'Cascade' variety,... read more

"Peace of mind, clarity, and fewer mistakes. It brings all of that," begins Nannette Lammerts of Berries Direct in the Netherlands, referring enthusiastically to the Freshino ERP system. These days, anyone selling fresh produce must do more than just buy and sell: they need insight, efficiency. read more

The polski sezon na jagody już miał trudny start w tym roku z powodu warunków pogodowych, a na domiar złego kilka regionów uprawowych doświadczyło intensywnych opadów deszczu w zeszły weekend. "Tuż przed rozpoczęciem intensywnego zbioru odmiany Duke spadło dużo deszczu. Skutkiem tego było 10–15% strat w jagodach odmiany Duke. read more

"The raspberry of the future has arrived. It is a vibrant red color when ripe and is the outcome of new varieties that are resistant to attacks from parasites and climate change. These varieties can also endure high temperatures in polytunnels and yield high production rates." This information is based on a note from Sant'Orsola company. read more

In the Huelva region in southern Spain - one of the most important areas for berry fruit cultivation in Europe - the 2024/2025 season brought significant changes in the production structure. As reported by the Association of Strawberry Producers and Exporters

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Egypt is making huge strides in consolidating its presence in the global fresh strawberry market. In particular, exports to Germany have reached record levels in the last five years. According to eastfruit.com, based on Global data. read more

As part of the Strawberry Inspirations project, we are constantly seeking the most effective and efficient technologies for growing strawberries in the ground. In the 2025 season, we have taken on a new challenge. At the end of May, we established a new two-hectare plantation where we are testing two types read more

Sustainability and profitability in plantations require increased engineering expertise to achieve success. The growing threat of rising temperatures and drought is compelling the sector to develop technology to optimize crop yields. In the case of berries, which have a short shelf life, it is necessary to implement efficient harvesting and processing methods to maximize profitability. read more

Germany, the largest consumer market in the EU, plays a crucial role in this. According to EastFruit, exports to Germany reached the highest level in five economic years. Citing data from the Global Trade Trackers of the Federal Statistical Office, the exports read more