Blueberries

One of the original assumptions of the Raspberry Factory project was the testing and observation of new raspberry varieties. This has been the case so far. In all the raspberry crops currently grown in tunnels, 30 different varieties have been collected. These are primarily

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In 2023, Mexico was leading in global blackberry production, contributing 21.8 percent to the world's total, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture. Mexico surpassed Vietnam and New Guinea, with the combined output of these two countries matching that of Mexico. Blackberries,... read more

The company Kaack Pflanzenvermehrung has provided five strawberry varieties for the project "Strawberry Inspirations". These varieties are dedicated to different cultivation systems and have different harvest times.

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Mathieu Billotte, the head of Multibaies, a nursery specializing in blueberries, is reviewing the recent changes in the blueberry sector, which include new market expectations and changes in the varietal landscape. "We are still heavily reliant on exports." The majority of blueberries consumed in France are. read more

The quality of field produce was also affected by the unstable weather conditions in some areas. This led to an oversupply in the market, necessitating price concessions. As a result of this situation, strawberries had to be placed more strongly in the focus of the end customer. read more

Knowing that blueberries thrive on large amounts of organic matter, on this farm organic mulch made of sawdust or wood chips is replenished every 2-3 years. This organic material mineralizes relatively quickly and requires regular application. read more

Według analityków EastFruit, sezon jagód borówki w 2024 roku na Ukrainie nie był szczególnie udany dla producentów. Nietypowo wczesny początek kwitnienia jagód borówki, a następnie przymrozki, spowodowały zmniejszenie plonu i uszkodzenia jakości w niektórych regionach. Niemniej jednak ogólny wolumen zbiorów był. read more

In response to an order from the ruling party, North Korea has ramped up its imports of Chinese blueberries in an effort to enhance the production of fruit-based beverages. A source from Ryanggang province revealed that these imports are coming in through Hyesan customs and are intended for local... read more

The Marshalls have been growing berries in Alyth, Perthshire for four generations. Peter Marshall's grandfather, a banker, started growing raspberries in 1942 in his back garden. He later bought Newton of Balhary followed by Muirton farm after the Second World War. Finally, he added a third farm in 1991. read more

Viveros California has started delivering potted strawberry plants to a large number of customers, mainly from Europe and North Africa. For this

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Despite these delays, Camposol is prepared to offer larger quantities at the beginning of the season as one of the few suppliers. The company is optimistic about replicating the strong performance of the previous season and expects an increase in total quantities. read more

Nova Siri Genetics (NSG), an Italian company specializing in research and experimentation of new varieties of strawberries and berries, has entered into an exclusive partnership with the two Indian companies "Mahaberry Private Limited" and "8 Berries Farm & Nursery Private Limited", aimed at read more

Ten raport zawiera analizę trendów wolumenu i cen sezonowych towarów łatwo psujących się. Wolumen reprezentuje bieżący tydzień, a ceny reprezentują otwarte (spot) transakcje na rynku dokonywane przez pierwszych manipulantów na produktach zazwyczaj dobrej jakości i stanu, chyba że zaznaczono inaczej, i mogą obejmować działania promocyjne... read more

As the Southern Hemisphere prepares for its primary blueberry season, industry forecasts are predicting higher volumes compared to the 2023/24 season. However, supplies from Peru are expected to be delayed, with peak arrivals anticipated around November. Despite this, Camposol is positioned to be one of the leading suppliers in the market. read more

Obtaining beautiful, tasty, resistant, and easy-to-eat fruits is among the goals of varietal improvement in the world of fruits and vegetables. The supply chain is becoming more demanding and expects increasingly high-performing products; seedlessness is a feature that is gaining great success in the sector. read more

"It had to happen sometime. And so the decision has been made: Edfruit B.V. has closed its doors as of August 31," Ed Olivier wrote in a letter to his contacts. "After many years in the AGF industry, and primarily in the berry sector in recent years, the time has come to stop. The time is ripe for a new beginning." read more

In a significant development in the horticultural sector of Himachal Pradesh, the state has announced the registration of its first blueberry nursery located in Kangra district. The Neva Plantation, situated in Kangra, has been granted approval by officials from the horticulture department to... read more

The selection of gift boxes at the fruit market is expanding, with designs tailored for the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival next month. Among these, gift boxes containing apples and oranges are the most sought-after. Seasonal fruits such as seedless pomegranates, Qiuyue pears, and Xinjiang plums are also available. read more

The two companies, which have an extensive network of over 300 hired farmers throughout India, also own berry farms in the regions of Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra, and Ooty or Tamil Nadu, which account for 80% of the country's total strawberry production.

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A&B Packing Equipment, a U.S. manufacturer of blueberry machinery, has recently introduced the latest version of their flagship weigh and fill machine, the G3 Evolution. This model features several innovations that enhance weighing accuracy, hygiene design, and versatility. Special thanks to Milbor. read more