Search Result: blueberry

U.S.: Agriculture Capital invests in Firestone Pacific Foods

Family-owned and operated since 1896, Firestone has expanded over the years to become one of the Pacific Northwest's leading frozen fruit processors.
September 05 , 2019

Agro Vision blueberries: Transforming lands, Transforming lives

The high growth, high impact, super-fruit farming company with large-scale land and water assets and operations based in Northern Peru is abuzz with activity.
September 04 , 2019

U.S.: Washington blueberry grower drums up support to block 50% wage increase

If the sharp wage increase for blueberry pickers should remain intact, Zirkle Fruit pointed to two future possibilities for the industry: greater use of automation and a change in which varieties are farmed.
August 27 , 2019

South Africa: BerryWorld forecasts blueberry supply growth of 40%

The announcement comes as the company celebrates 'significant growth' in shopper penetration, 25 years in soft fruit, and a newly launched brand re-design.
August 26 , 2019

Peru to host the next International Blueberry Organization Summit in 2020

The IBO Summit brings the global blueberry industry together under one roof every 12 to 18 months to address common challenges and identify new opportunities.
August 23 , 2019

Chilean Blueberry Committee implements quality system amid industry evolution

The Quality System covers five "fundamental pillars". These include correct varietal selection, production, harvest, post-harvest, and final verification that the quality meets the current market requirements.
August 20 , 2019

MBO blueberry varieties to be grown in Argentina, Uruguay

Australia-based Mountain Blue Orchards - which owns the Eureka line of blueberries - awarded the exclusive production and marketing license following three years of negotiations and research between the parties.
August 19 , 2019

Peruvian blueberries: First shipments take place with season running late

During this time of the year, the biggest export market focus is on Asia, with large domestic supplies still available in the U.S. and Europe.
August 19 , 2019

California Fresh Fruit Association hires new director of member services and communications

The California Fresh Fruit Association (CFFA) today announced the hiring of Courtney Razor as its new Director of Member Services and Communications.
August 12 , 2019

Argentine blueberries: Country will be "niche" player in future, says industry body

With Argentine blueberries now being harvested, the industry expects an uptick in exports to the recently opened Chinese market.
August 08 , 2019