Blueberries
Yakima, Wash.-based company explained recent consumer trends in blueberry consumption and details its coming crop.
Growers are optimistic about blueberries and peaches, and that excitement is also shared for the state’s other fruits and vegetables.
The New Jersey Department of Agriculture program seeks to capitalize on traffic — on roads and online.
The CEO of the Los Angeles-based provider of premium superfruits says the change aligns the company’s identity with the growth of its consumer brand.
“Early indicators point to a solid season across most growing regions,” says Joe Vargas, director of business intelligence for the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council.
The companies hope their partnership and a high-tech twist on sterile insect technique strategies will pave the way for the future for berry growers.
Florida-based berry company says its south Georgia grower, Major League Blueberries, hits a homerun on organic blueberry quality.
A collaboration will bring forth new premium berries and build on the momentum of Hunkaberry jumbo blueberry and Pink Cosmo, the companies say.
The company is also highlighting availability of its Giant Blueberries, now available in a new label design, selected by California Giant’s consumer audience.
State member and alternate positions need to be filled for a three-year term beginning Jan. 1, 2026.
Courtney Stevens is following in her parents’ footsteps at a busy pick-your-own blueberry farm.
The NABC says board leadership has worked to further develop and drive the organization’s mission that includes expansion of board representation and new categories of membership.
Fourth-generation Nick Wishnatzki, public relations director of Wish Farms, shares how the berry grower-shipper and marketer prepares berries for retail.
The retailer says it launched the Field & Vine product line, which includes blueberries, blackberries, raspberries and strawberries, to highlight local growers.
Strawberries are going strong in California, and blueberries are available from California, Michigan, New Jersey, Oregon and Washington. Blackberries and raspberries are available from the East Coast, California, Washington and Oregon.
New Jersey Agriculture Secretary Ed Wengryn highlighted the beginning of the state’s blueberry season with a visit to Macrie Brothers Blueberry Farm in late June.
The New Jersey Department of Agriculture has a message for retailers: Now’s the time to stock your produce shelves with Jersey Fresh blueberries.
Strawberries aren’t the only berries that shine during the summer. Blueberries, blackberries and raspberries also are berry standouts.
After recent tariff lifts on apples, walnuts and almonds, India has slashed tariffs for additional U.S. exports, including include blueberries and cranberries, signaling increased opportunities for American producers.
Like cooling overheated crowds on a hot day, Michigan State University researchers have found that blueberry bushes need misters to cool down and bear fruit.
Global export volume for Chilean fresh blueberries estimated at just under 100,000 for the 2022/23 winter season.
In this newly created role, Alyssa Houtby will lead the council’s advocacy efforts and will work closely with Monument Advocacy, the North American Blueberry Council’s Washington, D.C.-based lobbying firm.
The second annual South American Blueberry Convention will be held at the Monticello Conference Center in San Francisco de Mostazal, Chile, on April 18.
“A very nice crop overall with good quality and sizing” is expected, said Joe Vargas, director of business intelligence for the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council.
The Organic Fresh Trends 2023 survey showed that 16% of consumers said they purchased organic blackberries exclusively, 15% purchased organic strawberries exclusively, and 14% purchased organic blueberries exclusively.
Representing a 7% decline from the October forecast, the Chilean Blueberry Committee of ASOEX now forecasts exports of 76,500 tons of fresh blueberries in the 2023-24 season.
A new Sweet Selections product line will feature strawberry, blueberry, blackberry and raspberry varieties bred for ‘exceptional flavor,’ says producer.
The Los Angeles-based producer says it has become the third-largest grower of blueberries in Peru, capturing a leading position in the global premium blueberry market.
As blueberry season continues, the grower, shipper and wholesaler says it will offer promotable volumes of organic and conventional berries through July.
The Los Angeles-based supplier of superfruits, including The Fruitist brand, has signed an agreement with RipeLocker for its postharvest technology designed to extend the life of high-value crops and perishables.