Blueberries

United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has found sufficient evidence to suggest that the U.S. strawberry industry is being significantly harmed by the import of fresh winter strawberries from Mexico, which are suspected to be sold in the U.S. below fair market value. read more

The strawberry harvest in Rio Grande do Sul is expected to continue until April. According to Emater/RS-Ascar, recent weather conditions have supported crop development in several regions of the state. Mild temperatures and wider daily temperature ranges have stimulated flowering, which may lead to a good harvest. read more

Global Plant Genetics (GPG) has stated that it obtained significant knowledge about the Chilean blueberry industry following a recent visit to the country by its founder and co-owner, Jamie Petchell. read more

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Ukraine is gradually decreasing the percentage of berry product exports that are sent to Poland and is instead redirecting shipments towards final consumer markets, as reported by the Berry Growing of Ukraine association. The country's position in the European market for frozen fruits and berries continues to be diverse across different regions. read more

The harvest is still a few months away, but preparations are already underway, according to Ceren Urkmez, CEO of Turkish blueberry trader Misi Farm. "This season has been very promising for Misi Farm. We grow mid-to-high chill blueberry varieties, and our harvest season typically runs from June through..." read more

The recent Berry Con conference, organized in Nałęczów by companies Szałas Agro, 4Berries, i-Grow, and Agronom Plants, also allowed for a better understanding of the Italian raspberry varieties offered by Molari and G-Berries. read more

The first day of the XXXIX International Blueberry Seminar in Lima focused on analyzing market trends, the production landscape in Peru, and price dynamics within the blueberry industry. The seminar provided a platform for producers, exporters, researchers, and technology companies involved in blueberry cultivation to come together and engage in discussions. read more

The Guatemalan company Frissie is starting to establish itself in the regional market by exporting frozen fruit, especially berries, with a focus on sustainable and social practices. Founded four years ago by four sisters, it collaborates directly with small and medium-sized farmers across the region. read more

The blueberry sector in Chile is not declining, but rather undergoing a transition. In all production regions, old varieties are being replaced with new genetics, production methods are becoming more intensive, and long-term competitiveness is a major focus. This transformation is being motivated by changes in the global market. read more

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We are looking forward to the arrival of spring with hope, but also with the need to verify how the long-standing berry plantations have survived the past winter. We are receiving a lot of information about freeze damage to strawberries, blueberries, and raspberry canes. Therefore, spring will be a time not only for standard maintenance. read more

The exceptionally long and cold winter has led to concerns about the condition of raspberries grown in plastic tunnels in many farms. Plants grown in containers, overwintering in pots, have been particularly vulnerable to damage. read more

A plant nursery and specialist grower has been acquired by a young entrepreneur as the family who ran it for over four decades prepares to retire. Macplants Berrybank Nursery, located near Boggs Holdings, has prestigious clients such as Balmoral Castle, Historic Scotland, Holyrood Palace, and the. read more

Blueberry harvests are subject to one of the most demanding supply chains in fresh produce, according to Sukhdeep Sethi, managing director of packaging manufacturer AVI Global Plast. Sethi explains that after harvesting, the berries need to be kept cool, packaged, and shipped using temperature-controlled logistics to ensure optimal freshness and quality. read more

"This market dictates to us what fruits we should deliver and what quality those fruits should be," said Tomasz Domański from Agrosimex company, opening his presentation on highbush blueberries during the training session "Blueberry in the spotlight - cultivation technology and practice." read more

The Spanish retailer Dia has announced that it will allocate €16 million to support the country's growers and purchase 100% locally sourced strawberries this season. read more

Peru's Beta Agro-Industrial Complex (Beta) expects substantial growth for the 2026 blueberry season due to a nearly 30 percent expansion of its acreage. This expansion would result in a cultivated area of over 2,040 hectares. read more