Berries

All the news and market analysis for worldwide berry industry, including berry growers , berry production, and the import and export of berries.

Record high for US strawberry exports
Exports for 2024 were valued at US$570.3mn, making the category the country’s third most valuable fresh fruit export
The wild potential of AI
Given the plethora of potential uses in the fresh produce sector, AI undoubtedly has the power to reshape the business, but its ability to create certainty for growers comes with a dose of unpredictability
Korean strawberries gain access to Brazil
New deal marks first entry into Latin America for the Korean fruit
Big names in business gather at Fresh Produce Vietnam
Leading executives from Fresh Del Monte, Vinafruit, Joy Wing Mau Asia, Goodfarmer and Blue Whale to meet in Ho Chi Minh City for Fruitnet’s new event on the booming Vietnam market
New partnership creates strawberry improvement programme
CIV, Heritable Agriculture and Paul J Mastronardi come together to develop an advanced strawberry improvement programme for greenhouse and tabletop varieties
Driscoll’s loses US strawberry patent suit
Ruling brings to an end a lawsuit filed by Driscoll’s against California Berry Cultivars in 2019
Sunny spring bodes well for British berry season
Plentiful sunshine sparks optimism as growers look ahead to start of UK soft fruit harvest
New varieties drive growth in Chilean blueberry exports
Logistics was the biggest challenge in 2024/25, according to Chilean Blueberry Committee
New Zealand blueberry production on the rise
Northland growing region reports 60 per cent increase in volume

Dynamism on display at Fresh Produce India
India’s premier business event explores the rapid rise of quick commerce, shifting consumer preferences and growth in demand for premium imported offerings 
New European berry marketing campaign begins
Three-year project will promote the benefits of soft fruit to young adults in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands
Can strawberries help relieve menstrual pain?
Trial sponsored by Freshuelva suggests that daily consumption of fresh strawberries could reduce chronic menstrual pain
GPG offers thoughts on global blueberry production
Jamie Petchell says interest, demand, production and supply continue to increase at ”impressive levels” globally
Happy Berry gets a fresh look
Hyroponically-grown, sustainable strawberries are putting a focus on taste, Oppy says
Hortifrut unveils Berry Easter packs
Blueberry packs aim to provide a healthier, more sustainable treat this Easter
Dutch experts explore India’s greenhouse potential
Market demand for premium crops including berries, tomatoes, peppers and salads is said to be increasing
Peruvian blueberry exports could grow 22 per cent this season
Scotiabank forecast said increased planted area, improved farming techniques and better varieties behind hike
Egypt and Jordan on the rise in premium strawberries
January’s showcase of premium UC Davis cultivars demonstrates the growing influence of Egypt and Jordan in strawberry production, according to Global Plant Genetics

Fruit breeder CIV names new general manager
Former commercial director Federico Stanzani takes on lead role as consortium targets future growth
New Belgian campaign targets growth in Norway and UK
Vlam has unveiled a three-year project designed to raise awareness of Belgium’s premium quality fruit and vegetables
Oppy and G&M Farms collaborate on new berry options
Group says partnership links genetics with marketing expertise to present a new world of exotic berry flavours
Bloom Fresh names Campbell Banfield as new general manager Australia, New Zealand, South-East Asia and Korea
Appointment signals Bloom Fresh’s plans for growth in these markets across multiple categories
Vertical farm giant Plenty files for bankruptcy
Bezos-backed vertical farm company, which recently partnered with Driscoll’s, secures bridging loan as restructuring begins
Oishii buys into robotics revolution with Tortuga takeover
Acquisition sees company’s vertical berry farm take another big step towards fully autonomous harvesting
Ending of PO scheme ’harms British competitiveness’
Nick Marston, chairman of British Berry Growers, outlines serious concerns over Defra’s decision to end the Producer Organisation (PO) scheme
Fruit Logistica: Mediterranean marvels – how can logistics companies unlock North Africa’s export potential?
The Logistics Hub session explored North Africa’s growing influence and focused on infrastructure, services and strategies for growth
Coming soon: Fresh Focus Italy 2025
Fruitnet’s special annual publication promotes the very best of the Italian fresh produce trade to an international audience of buyers and importers

Tornadoes hit berry farms in southern Spain
High humidity after 20 days of non-stop rain also causing severe damage to crop
BerryWorld strawberries win gold at New Zealand’s Outstanding Food Producers Awards
Now in he running for the Category Champion Award to be announced in April
New association aims to grow Ukraine’s blueberry exports
Companies representing around 20 per cent of country’s production have formed a new organisation to develop the industry’s commercial interests
Peruvian blueberry exports set to top US$3bn in 2026
Country consolidates its position as the world’s number one exporter
Rain dampens Spanish strawberry supply
Excess humidity causes losses of 15-20 per cent of the crop
Fresón de Palos signs up Marvel superheroes
Iconic characters are the stars of the Spanish cooperative’s new campaign
Anecoop enjoyed record turnover in 2023/24
The agri-food cooperative presented results for 2023/24 at its AGM in Algemesí, with turnover and sales volumes increasing
Berry business bursting with potential
Fruitnet Berry Congress hears how there’s plenty of room for growth in the category – but better marketing is key
Topian seeks global partners to transform Saudi food production
Describing new sustainable region Neom as “more than a construction project”, Topian says it is committed to reshaping food production in Saudi Arabia

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