Blueberries

Global blueberry production now exceeds 1.8 million tons annually, having more than tripled over the past decade. Growth has been strongest in Southern Hemisphere countries. Peru remains the leading exporter, supplying more than 280 to 300 thousand tons each year. According to Proarándanos and read more

Longan fruit is following the example set by the blueberry industry. "We are introducing a new variety of longan, our jumbo longan, this summer, similar to how the blueberry industry introduced regular and jumbo blueberries," says Amy Nguyen of Dragonberry Produce Inc. Here's a glimpse of the jumbo longan, which... read more

The Rangitīkei and Manawatū tribes Ngā Wairiki and Ngāti Apa have established a strawberry farm on previously unproductive tribal land, experiencing continuous growth in both yield and cultivated area. In its fourth year of operation, Harakeke Berries harvested 130 tons of strawberries last season, with increasing yields. read more

Before defining the volumes and destinations for the next campaign, market analysis remains essential for commercial planning. The International Blueberries Seminar Lima 2026 will focus on this through its commercial program, starting with the conference "Trade Flows and Consumer Habits" and followed by... read more

This year's strawberry campaign in the Spanish province of Huelva is facing more challenging conditions than usual. According to the latest report from the Observatory of Prices and Markets of the Junta de Andalucía, the season may be extended, depending on weather conditions.

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Magnit has acquired a blueberry farm from Kolos Kuban LLC in the Krymsky district of the Krasnodar Territory, according to a company statement. The farm includes fruit-bearing orchards covering 155 hectares, with 73 hectares dedicated to blueberries and 82 hectares to apples. read more

The prices of strawberries are definitely dropping, especially for the Sabrosa variety branded Candonga, with improving quality. Prices are also falling for asparagus, with the first arrivals from Sardinia, Puglia, and the white variety from Veneto. Eggplant productions are on the rise. read more

Fruits have traditionally been seen as a crucial part of a healthy diet. However, contemporary scientific research reveals that their advantages go beyond just supplying vitamins. Fruits have a blend of biologically active compounds - antioxidants, polyphenols, dietary fiber. read more

The global blueberry market continues to show rapid growth in both production and consumption. However, as supply increases, competition among producing countries is also becoming more intense. Ukraine, which has developed its own commercial blueberry industry over the past decade, is now entering a new phase. read more

From being a leader in terms of sales volume to facing the challenge of maintaining global demand and restructuring the competitive model. read more

UK supermarkets, such as Tesco, Lidl, Asda, Sainsbury's, and Morrisons, are experiencing shortages of certain fruits and vegetables due to extended periods of rain and flooding in southern Spain and northern Morocco. The impacted products include strawberries, raspberries, avocados, and peppers. read more

During one of the panel discussions accompanying the International Strawberry Conference held last year in Antwerp, one sentence resonated strongly: the fruit and vegetable industry needs not only money, but above all wisdom. read more

In the conditions of increasing market competition and higher customer demands, the quality of fruits becomes a determining factor in the profitability of production. Practical experiences from blueberry plantations in the Szydłów area (Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship) are being conducted. read more

The berry industry, including blueberries specifically, has experienced significant changes over the last twenty years. read more

For BerryWorld Netherlands, flexibility is crucial for operating effectively in the dynamic soft fruit sector. Harvest patterns, seasonal influences, and sudden peaks in demand largely dictate the operational pace. With thirteen top-seal packaging lines, the company can adapt to the changing market conditions... read more

Podczas corocznego spotkania Polskiego Stowarzyszenia Plantatorów Borówki Omówione zostały kluczowe kwestie dotyczące produkcji, regulacji oraz rynku, ze szczególnym naciskiem na jakość owoców, strategię odmianową oraz pozycję Polski na międzynarodowym rynku borówki. Według hodowcy Pawła Korfantego, rynek read more

The weighted fresh produce market shows no signs of recovery in week 7 of 2026: in the large-scale retail trade, volumes are declining again after a slight increase in week 6, while the average price mix continues to rise. Among the channels, discount and hypermarkets are facing the greatest difficulties. read more

In the last season, a new biostimulator from Yara called YaraAmplix Optivi appeared on the market. The product was widely used during the latest edition of the Blueberry and Raspberry Factory in Karczmiska, proving its usefulness in challenging conditions for berry crops. read more