Maine blueberry growers had bounce-back year, aided by rain

Maine’s wild blueberry growers had a bounce-back year this summer after struggling with low prices and small crops sizes in recent seasons.

September 27 , 2021

Agronometrics in Charts: Blueberry prices rising in U.S. market despite higher volumes

Average blueberry prices in the U.S. market this year have followed the regular curve but have had higher prices year on year, despite an increase in volumes to the market.

September 14 , 2021

Fall Creek announces General Manager of Sekoya platform for premium blueberry varieties

Since 2018, the new appointee has been Fall Creek’s licensing manager, responsible for the ongoing growth and development of its proprietary and third-party blueberry genetics licensing business. 

September 14 , 2021

IBO's 2021 Global State of the Blueberry Industry Report now available for free

“All blueberry industry members around the world should have the report at their disposal in order to stay on top of the latest trends and new developments," said Peter McPherson, Chairman of the IBO.

September 08 , 2021

BerryWorld forecasts its South African blueberry exports to rise by a quarter

BerryWorld says it is expecting strong growth in its South African blueberries this season, with expectations of a 25 percent year-on-year uptick in shipments.

September 07 , 2021

Global blueberry industry representatives discuss where market is headed at IBO Summit

August 30 , 2021

South African kiwifruit industry has potential for rapid expansion, economists say

Louw Pienaar and Wandile Sihlobo says the kiwifruit industry could be a "game changer", potentially following in the steps of the blueberry sector.

August 30 , 2021

Peruvian blueberry exports forecast to grow by 30% this season

The share of organic blueberries is also expected to increase significantly this season, while a higher proportion of fruit is set to be sent to the Chinese market.

August 25 , 2021

Vitafoods installs TOMRA 5B Sorter in its berry processing plant in Chillán

August 24 , 2021

USHBC launches pilot with Kroger to promote larger blueberry retail pack sizes

The pilot project that will run through the end of August includes targeted on-site ads highlighting the flavor and value benefits of a “Bigger Boost of Blue” in larger pack sizes.

August 19 , 2021