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Water and agricultural efficiency: the challenge that also affects Mexican blueberries
The modernization of irrigation districts in Mexico raises a key discussion for high-value crops: how to better use water to sustain productivity, nutrition, firmness, and fruit quality. Blueberries Mexico 2026 will open a technical discussion on this topic, focusing on blueberry management.
The competitiveness of the blueberry is no longer just about what happens in the field.
The discussions in Paracas revealed a challenge common to various exporting countries: as production grows, so does the pressure on roads, ports, and logistical coordination to maintain quality and meet market demands.
Varietal replacement, hydroponics and management: the keys to the new Mexican blueberry
Mexico is making progress in varietal replacement, hydroponics, and pruning adjustments to strengthen productivity, size, and post-harvest quality. Against this backdrop, Blueberries Mexico 2026 will broaden the discussion to include technical management practices that help produce firm and competitive fruit.
The blueberry season in California is heading towards its peak supply.
Mexico maintained a significant supply base during the spring, while domestic production in the United States began to gain momentum. With California now entering a period of higher volumes, the market is moving toward a more promotional and balanced phase.
Diego Castagnasso: the profitability of blueberries today depends on timing
In Paracas 2026, the consultant addressed how genetics, quality, costs and commercial opportunity are reshaping the profitability of blueberries.
South African blueberry growers face increasing global pressure
While Peru dominates global blueberry production through scale and efficiency, South African producer Six33 is taking a different approach. By focusing on premium fruit quality, improved genetics, and refined labor management, the Franschhoek-based company is positioning itself to compete in an increasingly demanding export market.
From Chile and Peru to Mexico: the technical conversation that responds to the challenges of the Mexican blueberry
The meeting will continue a technical conversation developed in recent Blueberries Consulting seminars, with central themes for Mexico: varietal replacement, productive consistency, stress management, nutrition, firmness and arrival quality.
Chinese blueberries are gaining ground in Southeast Asia thanks to genetics, quality, and business strategy
Chinese exporters such as Joy Wing Mau and Pengsheng are expanding their presence in Southeast Asia supported by new varieties, premium positioning and a sourcing strategy that seeks to complement the South American supply.
Market, genetics and quality will set the agenda for Mexican blueberries at Blueberries Mexico 2026
The Mexican blueberry industry will reach 2026 with a consolidated position in North America. Its production expansion, the progress of varietal replacement, and proximity to the United States have strengthened [...]
Import volumes of berries to Russia from China and Kyrgyzstan are increasing.
China and Kyrgyzstan are gaining ground in supplying fresh berries to Russia, in a context marked by higher import volumes, phytosanitary controls and a flow that also includes blueberries.