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Direct marketing an 'insurance to survive' for German blueberry growers

Germany has now reached a planted area for blueberries similar to Argentina's, but minimum wage rises will put the sector under pressure.
September 11 , 2015

Argentina: Organic blueberry exporter gears up for U.S.-bound shipments

A blueberry grower in an Argentine region where organic fruit is said to make up a quarter of production explains why the practice is so appropriate.
September 11 , 2015

Costa Group farm and packhouse visit

As part of the IBO annual summit in Coffs Harbour, Australia's largest produce company took participants to see its blueberry and raspberry operations.
September 11 , 2015

IBO makes its mark on the global produce map

The IBO is helping the industry make the most of substantial volume rises in the pipeline, and is calling for '100 Years of Blueberries' campaigns worldwide in 2016.
September 11 , 2015

State of the Market - Week 36, 2015

A large supply of Peruivan and Kenyan avocados in the European market pushed prices down in week 36.
September 09 , 2015

Canada green lights Peruvian blueberry imports

Having gained access to Canada's US$186 million blueberry import market, Peru has listed a host of other countries it has set its sights on.
September 08 , 2015

Aussie blueberry marketing keeps prices steady amid rapid growth

The promotion practices of the Australian Blueberry Growers' Association (ABGA) serve as a positive example for smaller producing countries looking to boost their domestic markets.
September 08 , 2015

'Don't let blueberries go bananas', food trend expert warns

Dr. David Hughes told IBO Summit participants today they must tap into snacking trends and price differentiation, or risk getting caught in the commodity trap.
September 07 , 2015

Argentina expects "auspicious" blueberry season

The Argentinean Blueberry Committee is optimistic for the season, but a regional grower group has raised concerns about fruit fly populations.
September 04 , 2015

State of the Market - Week 35, 2015

Peruvian avocado shipments to Europe as of week 35 are exceeding 2014 volumes, with higher average prices reported.
September 02 , 2015