Blueberries

The rules for pruning blueberry bushes are generally very similar. In the first stage, you should remove the shoots from the inside of the bush that are too old, diseased, or crossing each other. You should also remove shoots that are growing towards the alleys and may overlap. It is also important to assess how many read more

Elliott Absorbent Products launched the 'Echo' fruit pad in October last year. The pad not only extends the shelf life of berries by up to 12 hours, but can also be recycled or composted by the consumer. The Echo pads are 100% plastic-free and utilize the Tensei second harvest technology. read more

Although working on blueberry plantations is a year-round job, winter provides a bit more time for reflection and summaries. The dynamic growth of Polish plantations has resulted in 300 million kilograms of blueberries, which the country could enjoy.

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The results could help blueberry breeders predict, monitor, and control the spread of powdery mildew. The study shows that the fungus, Erysiphe vaccinii, has spread over the past twelve years from its original location in the eastern United States. read more

In September 2024, the President of the IBO, Mario Steta, pointed out, according to agraria.pe, that the blueberry industry is currently experiencing an increase in cultivation areas. He emphasized that the increase in quantities from 2025 onwards is thanks to the expansion and acceleration of cultivation areas in Peru. read more

Early Vegetation Start and Associated Problems

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This year, on March 6 and 7, the 13th edition of the International Blueberry Conference will be held. The event brings together blueberry growers from Poland, Europe, and even more distant countries around the world. This conference is an opportunity to establish new contacts and hold B2B meetings. read more

"Each grower and packer dreams of perfect growing conditions for high-quality cherries and blueberries. However, the reality is that quality varies every season. Despite this, customers will continue to expect consistent high standards. Labor shortages and strict requirements only add to the pressure, making it..." read more

Core Fruit is one of fourteen global licensees of Sekoya blueberries. In addition to Sekoya, Core Fruit also exports other open varieties to mostly retail clients in the UK, Europe, the Far East, and the Middle East. On the right: Sekoya Pop™'s berry size profile, shelf life, and eating quality. read more

Every grower and packer dreams of perfect growing conditions for high-quality cherries and blueberries. However, the reality is that quality fluctuates each season. Despite this, customers will continue to expect consistently high standards. Labor shortages and stringent demands only increase the pressure. read more

The strawberry harvest in Greece is not going as well as expected. Mr. Nikos Kaplanis, owner of the Greek strawberry grower and packer Kaplanis Fruits, says: "The harvest has been delayed by about one month. This is due to the combination of bad quality seedlings and the cold weather. We were..." read more

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Companies offering products for the protection, fertilization, and biostimulation of plantations presented a wide range of solutions. Visitors could familiarize themselves with standard, chemical protection agents, as well as increasingly popular microbiology-based solutions. Many read more

Inspired by natural beauty, vibrant colors, and the uniqueness of gemstones, the new approach highlights the exceptional quality and distinctive character of Hortifrut Genetics' new varieties of blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. read more

Hortifrut Genetics has introduced a new brand strategy for its exclusive berry varieties. Moving forward, each new variety will be linked with a different gemstone. read more

QMS Strawberry (Quality Management System Strawberry) is a data-driven software system that assists strawberry farmers and entrepreneurs in planning and optimizing cultivation. The system can easily be connected to climate computers, and important plant data is accessed through an app. read more

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Melon, cucumber, strawberry: The Seminis and De Ruiter (Bayer) teams were at SIVAL 2025 to present their new varieties and must-haves. Acapella, the new melon variety that combines quality and yield. The 2024 season confirmed the good performance of the new Acapella melon variety. read more