Blueberries

This week, the trend of rapidly falling blueberry prices continued in the Ukrainian market. According to analysts at EastFruit, farmers are now offering their berries at prices starting from 80 UAH/kg, which is less than $2 USD per kg. More precisely, it’s about $1.9 or 1.8 euros per kg. read more

A grower at Bellis Brothers near Wrexham is experimenting with using predatory bugs as a biological control method after suffering a significant loss of strawberry harvest due to insect pests, particularly thrips infestations caused by Western flower thrips (WFT) and other species. read more

The leading Peruvian blueberry producer Camposol has announced its collaboration with Ninjacart to introduce high-quality blueberries to Indian consumers. read more

Martin Inkumbi, CEO of the Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF), emphasized the growth potential of the blueberry farm situated at the Mashare Irrigation Scheme in the Kavango East region. During a visit to assess the operations supported by GIPF, Inkumbi acknowledged the project's. read more

W Egipcie sektor mrożony nadal kształtuje przemysł truskawkowy, aż do przewyższania świeżych truskawek. Jeśli chodzi o decyzje dotyczące wyboru odmian do posadzenia i ilości zbiorów przeznaczonych do eksportu na rynek świeży, mrożone stanowią decydujący czynnik. "Liczby mówią same za siebie. read more

W 2024 roku Gruzja podwoi produkcję i eksport borówek, przynosząc krajowi około 40 milionów dolarów przychodu. Informację tę ogłosił minister rolnictwa Otar Shamugia, zaznaczając, że ta liczba będzie nadal rosła w kolejnych latach dzięki wsparciu państwa. Jeden z wiodących... read more

"Filipe Gomes, export manager for Portuguese fresh produce exporter Twinkle Green, stated that the weather in Portugal has been an unstable factor affecting the cultivation of kiwiberries. He mentioned, 'So far, the mini kiwi season has been characterized by ups and downs. In the north of Portugal, the weather...'." read more

If the prices of Polish blueberries have already stabilized, it would mean that even without an increase, there is a clear relative improvement in the market situation compared to prices in previous years. The issue is that they would have to stop falling for at least a week. But is it possible? read more

Raspberries, blackberries, red currants, and gooseberries also started ripening ahead of schedule. According to forecasts from the State Chamber of Agriculture and the Hungarian Fruit and Vegetable Association (FruitVeB), the fruit industry can expect a moderately good berry harvest this year. read more

Berries Australia has announced the appointment of Jesse White as the organization's general manager for Asia. read more

Between May 1 and July 14, Georgia exported 4,500 tons of blueberries, generating a revenue of USD 26.2 million. The Ministry of Agriculture reported a 56% increase in export volume, amounting to an additional 1,600 tons, and a 53% rise in value, totaling an extra USD 9.1 million. read more

As summer reaches its midpoint, Russians are optimistic about expected price drops on popular food items such as vegetables, fruits, and berries. Experts are forecasting that August and September will see some relief for consumers. According to data from the expert analytical center... read more

Italy is dealing with a record heatwave, and even in the mountainous areas, fruits and vegetables are paying a high price for the situation. We discuss this with IFN with the Trentino producer Martino Marchesini, from the eponymous agricultural company, specialized in the production of strawberries in Valsugana. read more

According to Guntars Dzērve, an agronomist at the company "Augusta zemenes," the strawberry season on most farms in Latvia may end by the last week of July. Speaking to the LETA agency, Dzērve pointed out that while some farms are currently harvesting late strawberry varieties, the season is expected to conclude soon. read more

For three generations, the Mans family has been involved in farming. Starting with strawberries and tomatoes, Hans Mans and his son Jan later transitioned to cultivating gerberas. In 1960, Hans Mans established a nursery in Zuilichem, before relocating to Brakel in 1978. Between 2006 and 2018, Jan and his wife carried on the family tradition. read more

EastFruit analysts are keeping a close eye on the frozen fruit and berry markets in the region. Yesterday, we talked about the current state of the frozen raspberry market, which is essential for Eastern Europe. This sector is still experiencing a shortage, and there is a possibility that the situation may deteriorate further. read more

The raspberry freezing season is currently underway in all major producing and exporting countries of frozen raspberries in Europe, including Serbia, Poland, and Ukraine. EastFruit analysts are now comparing their initial forecasts with the current market situation. read more

Domestic strawberries clearly were the main player in the market. Deliveries from the Netherlands, Poland, and Belgium followed in terms of importance, but were all supplementary in nature. Availability was generally somewhat limited. According to the BLE, interest was sometimes favorable. read more

According to analysts at 'EastFruit', the current pace of Moroccan exports indicates further expansion in this market. In 2023, Morocco delivered 1,500 tons of fresh blueberries to Southeast Asia, compared to just over 450 tons in 2019. Just in the first read more

After the vine, apple tree, strawberry, raspberry, pear, walnut, Drosophila suzukii, Plasmopara viticola, white fir, and lemon, the Mach Foundation has decoded another genetic code, that of the European chestnut. read more