Blueberries

Fertilizing blueberries in the early stages of the season is a very important element in building yield and the health of the bushes. Dr. Michał presents several interesting and practical pieces of information regarding treatments that can be done on blueberry plantations at this time.

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On the occasion of the 42nd edition of Macfrut, the international trade fair dedicated to the fruit and vegetable sector, scheduled from May 6th to 8th, 2025 at the Rimini Expo Centre, ILIP confirms its participation as an exhibitor and will also be a protagonist in the new Berry Area as a Gold exhibitor. read more

In the Strawberry Farm operated by Farmer Truskawki, located in Mieszkow near Krakow, strawberry cultivation has been carried out for over 20 years, with the last five years being done in foil tunnels. In recent years, the farm has become one of the first in Poland where harvests begin. read more

Oishii has introduced the Nikko Berry, its third variety of vertically-farmed strawberries and its most budget-friendly option so far. Priced at $7.99, the Nikko marks a major cost reduction for the company, which was previously known for selling $50 punnets, indicating an increased ability to expand its premium indoor farming operations. read more

Imports of fruits and berries to Kazakhstan reached a record level in 2024, with over 835,000 tons imported into the country, marking a 33.3% increase compared to the previous year. The total value of these imports was $455.7 million. A significant surge was observed in the import of apples. read more

Belgium: Renewed Spar Alken to reopen on 22 May
On Thursday, May 22, the Spar Colruyt Group store in Alken will reopen after a thorough renovation and expansion. As a store in the heart of the fruit-growing region, Spar Alken focuses on offering delicious local products, such as strawberries and... read more

The Co-op is asserting its lead in the competition to sell 100% British strawberries across the country this summer. read more

The global cultivated area is estimated to increase by at least 10% every year, and according to industry sources such as IBO, total production has more than doubled in the past ten years. read more

Modern agriculture is increasingly facing challenges related to water scarcity, unstable weather conditions, and deteriorating soil structure. As part of the Blueberry Factory 2025 initiative, in collaboration with Rovensa Next, a product will be tested

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We have passed the period of frosts and cold weather. In the last few days, the agro-fleece has been removed from the strawberry plantations, both in the open ground and in tunnels. It is time to assess the effects of the frosts and perform the first regenerative and protective treatments. read more

In the tunnels, depending on the variety being grown, we already have full bloom or for slightly later varieties, it is just beginning. We have a few hot days ahead of us, which will accelerate everything even more. read more

Global Berry Education Society is an innovative association founded by Dr. Agnieszka Orzeł and Sylwia Orzeł, aiming to combine a passion for growing berries with health education. With 25 years of experience, Dr. A. Orzeł is the author of many raspberry varieties. read more

With its 1,100 hectares dedicated to strawberry cultivation, Basilicata is one of the main hubs in Italy for berry production, and among the most cultivated varieties stands out the Sabrosa Candonga, which occupies about 60% of the area. Among the leading companies in this sector, there is... read more

In 2020, analysts from EastFruit were the first to report that Peru had surpassed Chile to become the world's largest exporter of fresh blueberries, which was a significant surprise. Now, 5 years later, Peru has solidified its dominance in the global market both in terms of volume and value. read more

With Easter approaching and spring sunshine in the sky, the strawberry season is kicking off again in Belgium and the Netherlands. "You can see people transitioning from Spanish strawberries to local ones by the end of March or early April. It's been a long winter, but especially..." read more

Colombia's emerging blueberry industry is growing rapidly. According to data from Agrilink, the country exported over 628 tonnes of blueberries valued at US$3.3 million in 2024, a significant increase from just 13kg in 2016. read more

Due to a lot of sun in the north, there is no significant time difference between southern and northern Germany for the start of the strawberry harvest in the tunnels this year. In the cooler regions of Germany, the strawberry season begins about ten days later. read more

The strawberry season reaches one of the peak moments of the year: the Easter period, which has always been an important occasion for the consumption of this symbolic spring fruit. Coop Sole, one of the leading producers, offers a high-quality selection. read more