Berries
All the news and market analysis for worldwide berry industry, including berry growers , berry production, and the import and export of berries.
Tariff tactic runs risk of further inflation, says breeder
Plant Sciences’ Steve Nelson fears impact on winter imports from Mexico will mean a rise in prices for buyers in the US
CMA CGM to link Central America ports with Asia
New West Coast service out of Mexico set to offer region’s exporters closer connection to services across Pacific
Berry breakthroughs on show at BerryQuest
Tasmania hosts four-day event featuring farm tours, a conference and trade show with international speakers, workshops, and networking opportunities
Consistency key to category growth for Piñata Farms
Piñata Farms sees growth potential for Australia’s berry category, calling on industry to commit to higher quality fruit, improved cold chain processes and a better retail offering
The Place to go for frozen fruit
As demand for frozen fruit grows, Kristian Bayford hears how Place UK has embraced innovation during its 70 years in business to stay ahead of the curve and maximise product quality
Uptake of El Pinar strawberry varieties increases
Company closes the nursery campaign with a 20 per cent increase in plant sales
Ecuadorean blueberry exporters set sights on China
Industry seeking to secure phytosanitary protocol with Chinese government
Fruit and vegetable export growth for Spain
January-September exports climb 9 per cent in volume and 5 per cent in value, according to data processed by Fepex
Major berry marketing campaign wins EU support
Group of Dutch and Belgian companies agree deal to promote the fruit to young adults in the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany
Peruvian blues are first consignment to leave Port of Chancay
Fruit was grown by Qali, part of Agrícola Cerro Prieto
Asiafruit Thailand edition out now
New issue includes Fresh Focus Cherry with in-depth coverage of key developments in the global cherry trade, plus features on Thailand, berries and more
Saga Robotics continues to expand after successful season of mildew control
Norwegian firm plans to open hub in West Midlands to serve new growers in 2025
Orsero hails “excellent” result despite dip in profits
Improvement in sales of certain categories helps make up for ’normalisation’ of banana prices and decline in citrus demand
Sharpak launches padless berry punnets with Chambers
New trays for delicate berries remove need for absorbent pads, reducing weight and making packs fully recyclable at kerbside
Peru signs free trade agreement with Hong Kong
Deal is expected to make it even easier for Peruvian exporters to supply the Asian market
Port strengthens Spanish sustainability ties
Port International enhances sustainable agriculture through an exclusive partnership with Agromartín in Spain
Fruitnet launches Fresh Produce Vietnam
Brand-new conference and expo event for Vietnam’s booming fresh produce business takes place in Ho Chi Minh City on 13-14 May
Demargro seeking to widen range
The Belgian exporter continues to look at broadening its already substantial selection, while examining the potential of new markets, but competition across Europe is intensifying
New association puts Georgian blueberries on the map
Eastern European country could eventually supply more than 25,000 tonnes of the fruit to markets worldwide, says association president
Strong apple market cannot prevent Q3 loss for BayWa
The group’s fresh produce division performed well during the period, but problems persist in other parts of its business
Fieldwork Robotics partners with Burro to take raspberry robot to next level
Fieldwork says the interoperability of its technology is a big advantage to growers
Del Monte launches range of dried fruit snacks
New apple crisps and sticks will be rolled out at self-checkouts in Tesco and Morrisons stores
Agrovision appoints Scott Domann as chief people officer
In this newly created role, he will guide the company’s global talent and organisational strategy
Asiafruit Knowledge Centre: Could Asia’s berry boom move beyond China?
A panel of experts discussed the rapidly growing category at Asiafruit Congress 2024 as the China-based berry industry prepares to penetrate surrounding markets
Grape specialist Angon Fruit sees blueberry promise
As South African exporters evolve their businesses, they incorporate new produce categories to extend their offer
Video: A closer look at Sekoya’s new blueberry dispenser
The company’s retail expert Hans Liekens explains how the company’s new device can boost sales of the fruit
Eurofrutas modernises Lisbon import centre
Orsero Group subsidiary completes expansion of distribution hub on north-east outskirts of Portugal’s capital
HortiRoad2India, 8 Berries and Mahaberry sign MoU
Partnership aims to scale up berry operations in India using Dutch greenhouse technology
Ecuador sends first blueberries to Hong Kong
Nobis Fruit Company sends three weekly pallets of AtlasBlue blueberries to the Asian market
Mission Produce offers Q4 business update
Steve Barnard says the group expects to record strong top and bottom-line results in the fourth quarter
Can strawberries help reduce menstrual symptoms?
New Freshuelva and University of Huelva study looks at impact of strawberry consumption on menstrual pain
Vertiberry picks Sollum for strawberries
The group looks to enhance its year-round strawberry production by utilising Sollum’s precision lighting technology
New shipping service connects Egypt with Europe
DFDS and Pan Marine will start a new weekly connection between Damietta and the Italian port of Trieste from late November
Unifrutti plans new solar plants in Chile
Company’s partnership with Solarity continues with the planned addition of seven more solar energy installations
Peru braced for challenging blueberry campaign
Industry calls for collaboration and transparency to avoid erosion in profitability as volumes bounce back
US research targets spotted wing drosophila
MSU researcher receives USDA grant to develop new biopesticide for invasive spotted wing drosophila