Even considering their growth in the last two decades, blueberries were identified in a poll of industry professionals as the berry with the biggest potential to grow consumption in the next five years.
This popular fruit led the list of most-purchased produce commodities, according to The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2024 consumer survey. See how other items fared and how inflation has affected consumer shopping habits.
Strawberry fields in California’s central coast region were challenged early in the season with winter rain and cold temperatures, but spring and summer availability is looking strong, says Cindy Jewell.
The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2024 survey shows nearly 7 in 10 consumers reported buying a larger variety of fresh produce than two decades ago. See which commodities have made the greatest gains in shoppers’ carts.
Blackberries, blueberries and raspberries will be offered throughout the summer by North Bay Produce, says Brian Klumpp, director of sales and marketing.
The Department of Labor is moving closer to publishing a proposed rule to reducing the health risks of heat exposure for U.S. workers in outdoor and indoor settings.
Naturipe Farms will offer conventional and organic options of strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries this spring and summer, says Ashley Finster.
