Blueberries

Suitable for recycling and composting, while also extending the shelf life of the fruits placed on it - Elliott Absorbent Products announced the introduction of an innovative pad for berry fruits to the market.

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In recent years, blueberry crops in the provinces of Turin and Cuneo have been the focus of several phytosanitary investigations conducted and coordinated by the Department of Agricultural, Forestry and Food Sciences (DISAFA, University of Turin) in order to monitor the health of the plants and the. read more

The Georgian blueberry industry has been flourishing since its commercial inception in 2011. Production has increased significantly since then, according to Shota Tsukoshvili, CEO of the Georgia Blueberry Growers Association. He stated, "The first commercial blueberry orchards were established in the country in 2011, as part" read more

Albritton Fruit Farms, known for its popular blueberry and flower picking experiences among local families in Sarasota County, has been acquired by Sarasota County's Central County Solid Waste Disposal Complex in a deal worth $19 million. The purchase includes the farm's 341 acres. read more

Inside a fruit and vegetable warehouse, such as the one operated by the Axfood Group in Landskrona, Sweden since 2022, you would typically see a large space filled with crates and boxes of fresh produce. The warehouse is likely equipped with temperature-controlled storage areas to keep the fruits and vegetables fresh. Workers would be busy sorting, packing, and preparing the goods for distribution to stores and customers. The atmosphere would be bustling with activity as trucks come and go, delivering fresh produce from nearby regions and around the world. read more

For about 30 years now, Jardin des Papes, a family business based in Carpentras (Vaucluse), has been producing strawberries, melons, and grapes (Muscat, Lavallée, and Apyrene varieties) on almost 180 hectares. Two years ago, a subsidiary was created, specializing in the production of nectars and. read more

How did the production of fruit and vegetable juices as well as frozen fruits and vegetables evolve in the three quarters of 2024? read more

Ukrainian farmers are required to adapt to rapidly changing market conditions, where vegetable prices can fluctuate sharply. Andriy Marushchak, the commercial director of "Van Dijk Technics," a company specializing in storage and processing solutions for berries, fruits, and vegetables, read more

Spanish producers are preparing for another strawberry season. The Fresón de Palos cooperative from Huelva will be the first in the world to start using the ResiYou platform by Bayer, which helps manage pesticide residues.

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The Moroccan raspberry campaign started in September in the Loukkos region in the northwest and has just begun in the central Souss Massa region. Ittou Aouragh, from Domaine Yamna Agri, stated that despite facing new challenges, the campaign is progressing normally. The grower mentioned: "Growers in the Agadir region are also...". read more

The Riverina Valley, situated in New South Wales, is renowned as Australia's main citrus-producing region, making a significant contribution to the country's agricultural production. This area is known for growing a variety of fruits, such as oranges, cherries, and strawberries. read more

In the New Jersey Pine Barrens, Lee Brothers Incorporated, a family-operated business, specializes in cultivating cranberries. Andrew Lee, the head of Agricultural Operations, explains that the harvest, which occurs in October, includes flooding the bogs and using mechanical pickers to detach the berries. read more

Ecuador has begun exporting blueberries to Hong Kong. Initially, the country is sending three pallets a week, a volume that is expected to double as the season progresses. This new export adds to other Ecuadorian products already available in the international market, such as yellow pitahaya and pomegranate. read more

As part of the Ukrainian government grant program to support small and medium-sized businesses, four agro-enterprises received 13.5 million hryvnias (approximately 304,321 euros) for the development of horticulture, berry growing, and viticulture. Since the beginning of 2024, a total of 393.7 million hryvnias have been allocated. read more

Strawberries attract new farmers every year due to being perceived as an easy, high-value crop with a quick growth cycle that requires less capital input compared to other types of fruit. However, this year may see some strawberry farmers leaving the market due to various challenges. read more

This week, there has been a significant increase in the import of blueberries and pineapples, resulting in price reductions. However, a shortage of durian is causing market prices to rise. The new season of U.S. and French apples has started arriving in batches, and Chinese red grapefruit is becoming dominant in the domestic grapefruit market. read more

"In recent years, fresh table mulberries have seen increasing sales in supermarkets, and tea shops have started offering mulberry-based drinks. With their high anthocyanin content, mulberries are well-suited to meet the growing consumer demand for health-focused products, enhancing their market attractiveness." - Ms. Zhou from Shenzhen Yizhiyi Agriculture read more

Poland is one of the leaders in the production of berry fruits in Europe. In order for plantation owners not to be dependent on low prices or a lack of workforce, it is increasingly necessary to introduce innovative solutions that support the efficiency of cultivation. One of. read more

The University of Essex (UK) has collaborated with the renowned jam makers, Wilkin & Sons, to trial robots capable of harvesting and packaging strawberries within seconds. These robots come at a significantly lower cost compared to existing technology, reports Futurefarming. read more

During the autumn visit to Mirosław Garliński's farm in Dolecko, we observed the appearance of blueberry plants after the first season of growth. It must be acknowledged that the growth, vigor of the plants, as well as their preparation for winter, are impressive.

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