Raspberries

The Netherlands is currently facing an oversupply of raspberries caused by delayed shipments from Spain and Morocco coinciding with the local harvest, leading to a drop in prices and putting additional strain on growers, especially those selling directly on the market. In Germany, autumn raspberries are more popular. read more

The Serbian fruit harvest is yielding below-average results, resulting in low stock levels and increased prices for individually quick frozen (IQF) fruits such as raspberries and blackberries. Industry experts anticipate a particularly poor harvest in 2025 due to unfavorable weather conditions. read more

Raspberry plantations are currently in various stages of development - from the end of fruit harvesting in summer varieties, through the beginning of harvesting in varieties that bear fruit on this year's shoots, to plantations that are just beginning to bloom (crops established from plug seedlings). read more

The strawberry season in Latvia is coming to an end, and it has been a difficult one for growers due to excessive moisture impacting the harvest. At the same time, the market is saturated with raspberries and other berries, putting pressure on producers. One of the main challenges is the shortage of labor, as many pickers have read more

The strawberry season in Latvia is coming to an end, and it has been a challenging one for farmers due to excessive moisture negatively impacting the harvest. Meanwhile, the market is saturated with raspberries and other berries, putting pressure on producers. A significant issue faced by farmers is the shortage of labor, as many pickers have. read more

According to AMI data, the German raspberry market entered a transitional phase in the last days of July. The supply of fruit from field crops is steadily declining and is now of little importance for the market. Raspberries from protected cultivation and imports are playing an increasingly important role. read more

Moderate temperatures and occasional rainfall are ideal conditions for the development of the spotted-wing drosophila, Drosophila suzukii. This pest poses a serious threat to soft fruit crops, especially blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. In recent years, its presence has been increasingly noted. read more

Protecting autumn raspberries before blooming is a stage that requires precise planning and the use of appropriate protective measures. As emphasized by experts Tomasz Gasparski from Bayer and Dr. Paweł Krawiec, coordinator of the Raspberry Factors project, proper actions are crucial. read more

Intensive work related to the regeneration and preparation of a plantation of summer raspberries of the Cascade Harvest variety for next year's fruiting is currently underway at Dr. Paweł Krawiec's farm in Kaczmiski. The plantation is receiving advisory support from the company Natura Expert. read more

In raspberry cultivation, one of the key challenges during the summer period remains the control of pests, such as raspberry bud mites, as well as building plant resilience under abiotic stress conditions. In the Raspberry Factors project implemented on the farm of Dr.

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The supply of German raspberries from open fields is already declining and plays only a minor role in market supply. The demand is met through protected cultivation. Fewer German raspberries are flowing into the open markets. read more

Home-grown strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries are highly popular among consumers, especially during the season. An increasing number of berry fruit producers are considering legal direct sales of fruits. How to do it in accordance with

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According to the latest figures from the association, berry sales this year are currently 24% higher than in the same period last year. Almost all major retail chains are reporting increased sales of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries. The background for this development is... read more

The berry market in India is experiencing changing consumption trends, with an increasing number of consumers showing a willingness to try imported berries from various countries. Once considered a novelty, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries have now become popular lifestyle choices. read more

With the increasing weather variability and more frequent heatwaves, berry fruit growers have to adjust their fertilization strategies to ensure high fruit quality and proper yield. This season, on the plot of the 'Cascade' variety,... read more

The frozen raspberry market is experiencing dynamic changes. According to analysts at EastFruit, raw material prices for processing rose sharply in early July in both Ukraine and Serbia - two key countries exporting frozen raspberries in Europe. read more

The industry association Freshuelva has provided an overview of its 2024/25 strawberry campaign, revealing a total production of 210,345 tonnes, which represents a 5% decrease compared to the previous season. read more

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Serbian raspberry production is facing difficulties due to unfavorable weather conditions affecting the agricultural sector. Once a leading global exporter of berries, Serbia's raspberry industry is now encountering obstacles. Sveta Cvijanović, a raspberry farmer from Mačva, emphasized, "Raspberries this year really..." read more