Blueberries

In the era of increasingly extreme weather conditions, berry fruit growers – including highbush blueberry growers – are seeking cultivation methods that will ensure stable yields while reducing the risks associated with mineral fertilization. One of the more interesting read more

This week we are observing noticeable drops in blueberry prices - both in wholesale markets and purchased by producer groups. This is related, among other factors, to greater availability of fruits on the market due to the start of harvesting in the 'Bluecrop' variety.

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When Marilyn Bull founded Toro Fruit, she anticipated that citrus would be her primary focus, with strawberries playing a secondary role. However, six and a half years later, strawberries have emerged as the clear favorite, a trend that has been ongoing since she visited the Middle East with a strawberry farmer. read more

W połowie czerwca rozpoczęto zbieranie borówek na farmie Blueberry Giant w Weeze, Niemczech. Zbiory wczesnej odmiany Duke zostały już zakończone, obecnie zbierane są odmiany TopShelf, Draper i Valor. Zbieranie odmiany Calypso także zaraz rozpocznie się - informuje John Berden, właściciel firmy. read more

The berry market in India is experiencing changing consumption trends, with an increasing number of consumers showing a willingness to try imported berries from various countries. Once considered a novelty, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries have now become popular lifestyle choices. read more

Martiforous Japanese beetles (Popillia japonica) were found in Belgium, leading to a warning from the Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FAVV). These beetles feed on the leaves, flowers, and fruits of over 400 plant species, such as corn, grapes, strawberries, and roses. read more

The peak season for strawberries is over, and customer demand has significantly decreased. Deliveries have been limited due to rainfall in the growing regions, impacting availability. The quality of the fruit has also deteriorated in some cases, resulting in an increase in quality issues and returns. read more

According to the British Berry Growers (BBG), British berries are having a "spectacular" season in terms of both fruit quality and sales. read more

Momčilo Kokanović, a mechanical engineer working at a local power plant in Serbia, once spent his free time socializing with nearby farmers. Through these conversations, he learned about their persistent challenge: the seasonal labor shortage that plagued raspberry harvesting. Determined to read more

The Peruvian blueberry industry needs to develop new strategies to avoid market saturation, improve logistics, and diversify destinations as it eases into what is shaping up to be its biggest export season yet. So says Luis Miguel Vegas, general manager of industry association ProArandanos. read more

In particular, berries, watermelons, pineapples, grapes, and bananas were mentioned. Overall, fruit sales increased by almost 10% in just three weeks. In response to the high temperatures, Tesco significantly increased its stockpiling of fruits. The company stated that they worked closely to accommodate the demand. read more

Według Luisa Miguela Vegasa, dyrektora generalnego Proarándanos z Peru, spodziewa się on wyeksportowania ponad 400 000 ton borówek w sezonie 2025/2026, co stanowi 25% więcej niż w poprzednim sezonie. "Sektor ten rośnie średnio o 30% rocznie od 2016 roku. Ten sezon wygląda obiecująco, z". read more

Modern technologies for strawberry mulching significantly affect the growth rate, fruit quality, and harvest efficiency. Monika Kwaśny from Geo Polska company discussed the latest solutions in this field, providing their mulching film. read more

Last week, the annual Haskap berry harvest concluded at Phoenix Haskaps' 30-acre farm in Alberta, Canada. The company has been cultivating this distinctive and elongated berry since 2016 and is one of approximately ten Haskap growers in Alberta. Overall, the province boasts 200 acres of Haskap berries. read more

"The category is developing fast," begins Sebastiaan van Altena, blackberry, strawberry, and red currant buyer at the Dutch company, Berries Pride. He is referring to blackberries. "We see growth potential for these berries, and there's noticeable annual growth." Though blackberry consumption is read more

Global fresh fruit markets are currently experiencing significant structural changes, as indicated in Rabobank's most recent World Fruit Map released in July 2025. Although several trends from the 2018 edition persist, such as the high demand for blueberries and avocados, as well as the leading roles of the U.S. and Europe in fruit imports, there are also emerging developments worth noting. read more

On the commercial blueberry plantation of the 'Bluecrop' variety, owned by Dr. Paweł Krawiec, an evaluation of the effects of using organic Carbomat mulch supplied by Carbohort is being conducted. The mulch in this part of the farm has been spread out. read more

Initiated in 2020, the cultivation of blueberries in Brittany by producers of Prince de Bretagne is entering a new phase of development. From the second half of July, the first containers of blueberries will be appearing on the shelves, to the delight of consumers searching for tasty, fresh, and locally grown produce. read more