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Blueberry: Four studies connecting rhizosphere, shelf life, mechanization, and bioactives
The Studies section added new publications on rhizosphere microbiota, GA3 in pre-harvest, mechanical harvesting, and anthocyanins. Four technical lines with useful evidence for decisions in production, post-harvest, and quality.
The threat of commoditization in the global blueberry
Blueberries Consulting's analysis of the 2025/2026 season shows how volume matching, management of trading windows, and logistical discipline are redefining value capture in the global blueberry market.
Berry Fresh prepares for a strong season in Oregon with the expansion of patented varieties
The company expanded its seasonal supply with Sekoya blueberry varieties and is preparing for the first commercial harvest in the United States of its Sweet Karoline blackberries.
China expands tariff-free access to African exports
China's opening of tariffs to 53 African countries strengthens expectations of regional integration, industrial development, and new export opportunities for the continent.
Chile is betting on Morocco to open up a market for its fresh fruit in North Africa
The business roundtable organized by ProChile in Morocco opens a new stage in the commercial expansion of Chilean fruit, with a focus on generating links, exploring opportunities and projecting business towards North Africa and the Middle East.
A successful day brought together the main players in fruit farming at AgroTrade & AgroNight Chile 2026
More than 300 attendees participated in AgroTrade & AgroNight Chile 2026, an event organized by Viveros de Chile that brought together producers, exporters, nursery owners, consultants, authorities and supplier companies to analyze the challenges and opportunities that will shape the future of the national fruit industry.
Fall Creek expands beyond blueberries with acquisitions in Italy
The addition of Berryplant and Berrytech marks the first step for the US company, previously focused on blueberries, towards raspberries and blackberries, and expands its presence in the global berry business.
Lidl will allocate US$678 million to sourcing British berries
The chain will reinforce its commitment to UK producers through long-term contracts that seek to provide greater stability to the local supply in a scenario marked by higher costs and climate challenges.
New tools in blueberry cultivation: measuring before scaling to make better decisions in the field
During Blueberries Mexico 2026, specialists addressed the use of biostimulants, kaolin, nutrients and regulators from a common criterion: testing in the field, measuring results and scaling up alternatives with a measurable effect on the plant, fruit and productive performance.
Agroberries accelerates its expansion in Asia: the Chilean giant is betting on its next big market
The company founded by Jorge Varela and Manuel Romero is already the second largest berry company in the world. After consolidating its leadership in the Americas and Europe, it is now expanding into China, Hong Kong, India, and Southeast Asia.