Blueberries

The Community Plant Variety Office (CPVO) has granted community plant variety protection to a set of new blueberry varieties (Vaccinium corymbosum L.), by decision no. EU 71461, adopted on February 16 under Council Regulation (EC) No 2100/94. The decision acknowledges the company's FV.BV, based on. read more

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The cultivation of strawberries in Brazil is currently experiencing a period of transformation characterized by increased professionalization, genetic improvement, and the adoption of new technologies. This growth is also accompanied by significant structural challenges. With over 10,000 hectares dedicated to strawberry cultivation and an annual output of approximately 275,000 tons, Brazil's strawberry industry is expanding rapidly. read more

"Easter continues to be a significant milestone in the strawberry market, marking the beginning of the Dutch season. Leading up to the holiday, there is always a shortage of strawberries," says Boudewijn van der Wal of Dutch Berries from Zuilichem. "We are currently starting the Elsanta season, which traditionally..." read more

Two ColorChoice barberry varieties, Sunjoy Mini Maroon and Sunjoy Todo Berberis, have successfully passed a regulatory obstacle and obtained official exemptions from Pennsylvania's barberry restrictions. Pennsylvania authorities have deemed both plants as non-invasive after a thorough evaluation. read more

Fall Creek Farm and Nursery, Inc. has officially launched Fall Creek® Collection Apex 'FCM14-057', marking the blueberry variety's formal entry into the Collection platform after an extended period of commercial-scale evaluation and grower adoption across multiple production regions. read more

Strawberry production in Germany, similar to Poland, is undergoing a significant transformation in recent years. The latest data indicates a significant reduction in cultivation areas, but at the same time, growing importance of modern production methods.

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Fall Creek Farm and Nursery has introduced the newest addition to its Fall Creek Collection platform following a lengthy period of commercial-scale evaluation and adoption by growers in various production regions. read more

A fruit related to the kiwiberry, known as "Sarunashi" (Actinidia arguta), is being studied for its potential role in early cancer-related processes. Researchers at Okayama University investigated its effects in lung cancer models, where smoking-related compounds are a primary risk factor. read more

Sektor truskawkowy w Albanii zrobił znaczące kroki w kwestii rozwoju i jakości - mówi Albano Troka, CEO i założyciel albańskiego eksportera świeżych produktów rolniczych Fragoland SHPK: "W ostatnich latach powierzchnia upraw truskawek w Albanii stopniowo wzrosła, ponieważ coraz więcej producentów zwraca się ku. read more

We are pleased to present to you the latest issue of "The Blueberry Grove", which, just like the beginning of the new growing season, has been a time filled with challenges, changes, and important decisions. The recent months have clearly shown that the production of berries is entering a new phase. read more

Egypt has doubled its export of frozen strawberries to Poland, setting a new record and strengthening its dominance in the European market. In 2025, Poland imported 62,200 tons of Egyptian frozen strawberries worth over 70 million euros. This represents a volume 2.2 times

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Egypt's National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) reported export activity between March 28 and April 3, 2026, with a focus on fresh produce shipments. During the period, Egypt exported 5,065 consignments totaling around 230,000 tons, handled by approximately 1,400 companies and covering nearly 730. read more

The usual appointment with La Borsa della Spesa, the service created by BMTI and Italmercati, in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, outlines a market scenario influenced by the recent return of winter weather. The drop in temperatures, which has particularly affected the Center-South, read more

In the village of Lužac near Berane, the agricultural farm "Excalibur" cultivates blueberries using controlled production systems. Situated at an altitude of 680 meters, the location enjoys climate conditions conducive to plant growth. Agronomist Miloš Vuksanović states that the crop is ... read more

Spring frosts in berry crops are not uncommon today. The current season also starts with forecasted temperatures dropping below 0°C in the near future. Frosts during flowering and fruit setting period require growers to make adjustments. read more