Blueberries

In the village of Osiny in Mazovia, we visited a plantation of highbush blueberries of the 'Valor' variety, established earlier this year. The bushes were planted in mid-May on high ridges made of organic material. As part of the experiment, some plants were planted on ridges made of read more

The Ukrainian Blueberry Growers Association (UBGA) was founded on February 14, 2025, with the aim of bringing together top farms and advocating for Ukrainian blueberries in the international market. In just eight months, the Association has grown to include 40 members, collectively managing over 1,700 hectares of blueberry plantations across the country. read more

Produkcja malin w Serbii w sezonie 2025/26 jest znacznie poniżej średniej, według źródeł rynkowych Expany. W wyniku niekorzystnych warunków pogodowych wcześniej w tym roku, w tym silnych przymrozków, całkowita produkcja szacowana jest na około 30 000 ton metrycznych (mt), w porównaniu z przeciętnie około 65 000. read more

W tym tygodniu Special Fruit rozpoczął sprzedaż pierwszych truskawek odmiany Sonata uprawianych pod sztucznym światłem. Dzięki bliskiej współpracy z Dutch Berries firma twierdzi, że teraz może dostarczać klientom z całej Europy truskawki o stałej wysokiej jakości przez całą zimę. Odmiana Sonata jest. read more

Autumn is a special time in blueberry plantations. The bushes, which were covered with blueberries in summer, now surprise with an extraordinary array of colors. In plantations where several varieties grow, autumn paints true pictures of nature - from yellows, through oranges and reds. read more

Prices for several varieties of apples and pears in the UK decreased this week, while the prices of soft fruits remained relatively stable, as indicated by the most recent market data. Egremont Russet apples saw the biggest decline, dropping by 18% to £1.19/kg from £1.46/kg last week. Braeburn prices also fell by 5%. read more

The golden berry, known as uvilla in Ecuador, uchuva in Colombia, and aguaymanto in Peru, has transitioned from being a local Andean fruit to gaining a strong foothold in the global market, as highlighted by Denis Brito Madrid from Golden Sweet Spirit. "The uvilla, which was once viewed as a simple backyard fruit, is now recognized read more

AGF Monitor compares the weekly price trends of different fruits and vegetables available online. The prices are monitored by Supermarktscanner.nl, with the price survey conducted at the end of each week. For example, there was a 10-cent price increase for cucumbers at Albert Heijn, Jumbo, and DekaMarkt. read more

"Dużo więcej borówek dotarło z Peru w porównaniu z ubiegłym rokiem. Niemniej jednak, europejski rynek łatwo wchłonął te ilości, a ceny nie są pod żadnym presją. Poziomy cen są w rzeczywistości znacznie wyższe, niż początkowo się spodziewałem" - mówi Wilco Arts z North Bay Europe. W tym roku jest to oznaczone. read more

Wczesne wskazania wskazują, że w tym sezonie w Wisconsin spodziewany jest mniejszy plon żurawiny. "Słyszałem, że jest o 20-25 procent mniejszy w porównaniu do różnych plantatorów" - mówi Kevin Tritz z Twin Lake Cranberry. "Jesteśmy jednak nadal na planie. Jesteśmy w połowie zbiorów, a ostatni raz... read more

Over the past decade, Morocco has become one of the most active players in the global blueberry market. In the 2024 campaign, Moroccan blueberry exports reached around 74,000 tons, a 15% increase compared to 2023, according to data from the Moroccan Interprofessional Federation of Fruits. read more

On November 26, 2025, producers, advisors, scientists, and enthusiasts of berry cultivation will meet at the Berry Forum to collectively set the direction for the development of this extremely important industry for Polish horticulture. Tickets for the conference are still available (click here), so read more

Coop Norway and BerryWorld have introduced a special Halloween blueberry pack, targeting parents who are looking for a fun and healthy option instead of traditional Halloween treats. read more

Chilean exports of fresh blueberries are expected to remain nearly unchanged in 2025/26, increasing by 1 percent to 91,500 tonnes. Despite this modest growth, the industry is undergoing a significant transformation as it continues to update its planted varieties in an effort to enhance its offerings. read more

After the Bolivian and Indonesian markets opened in 2025, Peruvian blueberry exporters are now targeting Vietnam, New Zealand, and Japan as their next markets, as production volumes continue to rise. read more

With less than three years on the market, Berryland is still a relatively new player. However, this Dutch company has rapidly grown to become a reputable name in the soft fruit industry. Established by Theo Benjert and Rob Pakvis, Berryland brings together years of experience within a youthful and adaptable organizational structure. read more

Auctioneer Erik Wassenaar eagerly anticipates the moment when the clock moves back an hour. For him, it's the definitive signal that autumn has arrived. The days become shorter, evenings darker, and the auction clock fills up with pumpkins and berries. In this column, Erik shares what's happening at. read more