Blueberries

Between May and September 2025, Peru exported over 135,000 tons of blueberries, marking a 92.9% increase compared to the same period the previous year, as reported by the National Agrarian Health Service (Senasa). The country is further solidifying its standing as the top global exporter. read more

Flash floods occurred in the Moroccan region of Dakhla in early October, causing damage to tomato and blueberry crops. Although some growers were significantly affected, the overall impact at the regional and national levels is minimal, as stated by Ali Bayda, the general manager of Bayda Trading & Development. read more

The global strawberry market is now a sector worth over $5.2 billion annually, characterized by high competitiveness and an increasing presence of new exporters. Among the leaders, Mexico continues to dominate with a 19% share in value. read more

Aldi Belgium has appointed Dirk Moyaert as CEO. Dirk Moyaert will take over as the new CEO of Aldi Belgium on 1 November, replacing Wim Voet who is retiring after a nearly forty-year career. Koen Piessens will take over as vice-CEO from Moyaert. Source: retaildetail.eu India's retail. read more

In week 41, there were mixed trends in the average prices of several fruits when comparing the current week to the previous week. Apples (Cox's orange group) experienced a price decrease, with the average price this week being £1.22 per kilogram, compared to £1.36 per kilogram in the previous week. read more

Piąty Międzynarodowy Dzień Szparagów oraz Pierwszy Międzynarodowy Dzień Owoców Jagodowych odbyły się w zeszłym tygodniu we Francji, niedaleko Bordeaux. To wspólne wydarzenie, zainicjowane przez Christiana Befve'a i współorganizowane z Macfrut oraz Interco Nouvelle Aquitaine, gromadzi specjalistów z całego świata - badaczy, read more

The small berries of the Actinidia arguta species, which are closely related to the "regular" kiwi, are usually known as kiwi berries or mini berries. Sometimes they are also called honeyberries, kokuwa, kiwai, or small-fruited kiwi - as a "sharp-toothed style", like theirs. read more

A leading global supplier of blueberries, Fruitist, recently launched a new marketing campaign in Madrid. The campaign aims to promote its high-quality berries as a convenient and healthy snack option for people on the move. read more

Stable production volumes are essential for expanding Korea's agricultural exports. Despite strong demand and well-established sales channels, the lack of domestic production hinders export capacity. Pears, along with strawberries, are highly valued as premium Korean fruits in international markets. Buyers read more

Nova Siri Genetics, a research and innovation company specialized in strawberry and small fruit varieties, also participated in Fruit Attraction this year. Nicola Tufaro, a breeder at Nsg, tells us about the new proposals and growth strategies. What new developments did Nova Siri Genetics present this year? read more

With the change in weather, Pacbelimex's popular product range is also transitioning from summer to winter produce. Strawberries and red fruits are gradually disappearing, and products such as cabbage, leeks, celery, pumpkins, mushrooms, potatoes, and onions are taking their place. read more

Autumn blueberry pruning is becoming an increasingly common practice on large plantations. With the end of the season, when plants enter a dormant period, many growers choose to prune the bushes before winter. Is this procedure safe? What are the benefits? read more

For years, Poland has been a leader in cultivating berry fruits, and the increasing area of strawberries grown under cover confirms that growers are increasingly turning to solutions that allow them to extend the season and improve the quality of the harvest. Currently, it is estimated in our country that... read more

Berry marketer Driscoll's has confirmed that Brie Reiter Smith, the daughter of executive chairman J Miles Reiter, will officially assume the role of the company's new vice-chair starting in January 2026. read more

The deliveries arrived in early July, when Chinese blueberries were still plentiful, leading to intense price competition, even though Peruvian exporters typically adjust their deliveries based on the availability of Chinese blueberries. In July... read more

Komitet Borówkowy Chile opublikował swoje wstępne prognozy eksportu na sezon 2025/26, przewidując wzrost o 1 procent w porównaniu z poprzednim sezonem, kiedy to zostało wyeksportowanych nieco ponad 90 000 ton świeżych borówek.

The Chilean Blueberry Committee has published its preliminary export forecast for the 2025/26 season, projecting a 1 percent increase in fresh blueberry shipments compared to the previous season, when just over 90,000 tonnes were exported. read more

Australia and Vietnam have marked a new trade achievement by signing reciprocal market access protocols for Australian blueberries and Vietnamese pomelo. read more