Blueberries

British Berry Growers (BBG), the industry association representing 95% of UK berry production, has highlighted the challenges the industry is currently facing, referring to them as "very real headwinds." In the launch of a comprehensive industry analysis and report by EY titled "The British berry industry in focus," BBG's Chairman, Nick Marston, stated... read more

Wyard Stomp, the managing director of Driscoll's EMEA, discusses growth and opportunities in the berry category in the latest episode of Fruitnet's conversation series Fruitbox. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on consumer experience rather than just supply chain practicalities. read more

The check was handed over last Thursday at the business of the producer Frans Schrijnwerkers in Oudsbergen, Limburg. Starting this week, Belgian blueberries are available in Aldi stores across the country. The official start of the season comes at a time when the cultivation. read more

From quick snacks to festive breakfasts, "A Handful of Summer" shows how easy it is to enjoy healthily. The campaign shares recipes, health tips, and "summer moments" that everyone can relate to. "Een handje zomer", the name of the original Dutch version, is a. read more

Peruvian blueberries are expected to experience continued growth in exports in 2025/26, fueled by rising global demand and advancements in new technologies. read more

The Dutch company The Greenery's Inspire strawberry has been awarded three stars at the international Superior Taste Awards 2025, recognizing the variety as a top performer in terms of qualities such as taste, texture, and aroma. read more

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Sezon zbioru borówki w Georgii właśnie się rozpoczął, a rynek już wykazuje oznaki osłabienia. W ciągu ostatniego tygodnia ceny skupu spadły z 9,5 € do 7 € za kilogram, a większość analityków rynkowych oczekuje, że trend spadkowy będzie się utrzymywał w miarę wzrostu ilości, jak to zostało podkreślone read more

A new type of robot, inspired by the natural movements of arthropods, could soon become an innovative ally for farmers engaged in managing vineyards and crops such as blueberries. The idea comes from Ground Control Robotics (GCR), a young company based in Atlanta, which read more

Obecnie dostępna jest obfita dostawa truskawek z hrabstwa Ventura w Kalifornii oraz regionów Watsonville/Salinas. "Warunki uprawy były korzystne i przyczyniły się do dużych ilości," powiedział Chris Martin z firmy Westlake Produce Co., dodając że poziomy dostaw są porównywalne do. read more

Spring 2025 brought many worries to raspberry producers. Dynamic and unpredictable temperature changes - from sudden frosts to rapid warm-ups - have put growers in a position where they need to react intensively. The motto is "cover up,

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In recent days, destructive storms have swept over many regions of the country. Hail, strong winds, and heavy rain have caused significant damage to orchards and berry fields. Many growers are wondering whether and how to save their plants and this year's crop. read more

Fruits of early and mid-season blueberry varieties (specifically 'Duke' and 'Bluecrop') reach 50-60% of their total size - BBCH 75-76, while plants of late varieties ('Last Call') finish blooming - BBCH 69 (photo 1-3). Frequent rainfall and higher temperatures. read more

Eye-watering blueberry prices could persist due to seasonal shortages and crop damage from torrential rain in northern New South Wales, reports ABC News. Recently, prices have reached $9.80 per 125-gram punnet, translating to $78.40 per kilogram. Previous lows were under $2.50 per 125-gram. read more

The small fruit segment continues to grow rapidly in the European fruit and vegetable market. Raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, and currants are no longer niche products, but instead, strategic offerings that cater to emerging consumption trends focused on wellness and taste. read more

In niedawnej analizie porównującej średnie ceny z poprzedniego tygodnia do bieżących średnich cen różnych owoców i warzyw, zauważa się istotne zmiany we wszystkich kategoriach. Maliny czarne doświadczyły znacznego wzrostu, gdzie średnia cena z poprzedniego tygodnia wynosząca £9.26 za kg wzrosła do. read more

The Brand Footprint 2025 report by Kantar Worldpanel confirms Strawberry of Palos as the preferred berry brand in Spain. The Huelva-based cooperative ranks among the top five most chosen fruit and vegetable brands by Spanish consumers, marking its second consecutive year in this position. read more

In Magdalena and Mateusz Włodarczyk's farm, this year strawberries were planted in a single-row system. The entire process is carried out with a strong emphasis on precision. The use of tractors with GPS systems has yielded results. The rows are straight and the distances between them

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The strawberry season started under perfect conditions: there was abundant sunshine, cool nights, and minimal rainfall. The tunnel harvest proceeded smoothly, and the outdoor harvest was also successful until the end of calendar week 21. The temperature variations between sunny yet moderately warm days and cool... read more