Blueberries

Being a leader in the berry industry is a dream of many growers. It comes with prestige, recognition, often titles, and awards. But it also entails immense responsibility and daily challenges. Today, a leader is someone who not only produces excellent fruits but also knows how to think. read more

This month, FreshPlaza will be focusing on blueberries. Are you a grower, exporter, or importer of blueberries? If you are involved in this sector of the fresh produce industry, we would love to hear from you. You can send us some information, or we can give you a call for an interview. read more

The availability of berry fruits on the Polish market is not decreasing, but it is clear that the focus is shifting from domestic producers towards foreign imports. We have checked which fruits are currently available in wholesale and retail trade and how they are shaping up. read more

Based on the most recent data from producers and exporters, the peak of Peru's blueberry exports for the 2024/25 season occurred in week 40, with an estimated volume of 21,000 tons. This amount reflects a 12.5% decrease compared to the initial projection of 24,000 tons anticipated in week 42. read more

A storm with heavy rain, strong gusts of wind, and occasional small tornadoes struck the province of Huelva and part of Seville between Tuesday and Wednesday, flooding fields and causing structural damage to berry greenhouses. "The storm has caused significant damage, particularly in the area." read more

"Sara Callegari, who oversees soft fruit at Frisco, mentions that an increasing number of foodservice customers value having a consistent supply of soft fruit throughout the year. While blueberries have experienced significant growth in recent years, raspberries, redcurrants, and even blackberries are also seeing positive outcomes." read more

The leading organic fresh produce specialist, Eosta, has announced the launch and ongoing expansion of its organic cranberry program. read more

On November 27, 2025, the raspberry industry will gather in one place - at Berry Forum 2025, to discuss how to increase the profitability, quality, and stability of raspberry production in Poland. It will be a day full of practical knowledge, inspiration, and new ideas for. read more

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