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Chilean-U.S. blueberry season transition smooth in 2015, claims Berry Fresh
- . April 2015
A U.S.-based subsidiary of two Latin American berry groups is optimistic for this year’s blueberry deal, highlighting “rapid growth” in
Growers claim Calbuco Volcano eruption has little impact so far on blueberries, apples
- . April 2015
While two eruptions of the Calbuco Volcano in southern Chile have disrupted local communities as well as towns over the
Paper packaging ‘preferred by consumers’
- . April 2015
Paper-based containers are the preferred choice of packaging for consumers shopping for groceries and fresh produce, according to an international
Blueberry festival celebrates Florida’s fruit
- . April 2015
Celebrating one of the Sunshine State’s fastest-growing specialty crops, this year’s Florida Blueberry Festival attracted record attendance. Though final numbers
New on-the-go packaging for booming berry sector
- . April 2015
In a bid to tap into growing consumer interest in berries as an on-the-go snack food, Special Fruit has launched
Still ‘so much’ to do to boost berry consumption
- . March 2015
There is still “so much” to do when it comes to boosting berry consumption worldwide. That’s the view of several
Brands crucial to berry growth
- . March 2015
Brands have a key role to play in helping the berry business to grow in Europe, according to three of
Blueberry specialist, ag engineer help blueberry farmers with improved spraying techniques
- . March 2015
A University of Georgia blueberry specialist and agricultural engineer are equipping southeast Georgia blueberry growers with knowledge about improved spraying
Retail revenue soft fruit in US bigger than bananas or apples
- . March 2015
Soft fruit is a growing market. In addition to strawberries, blueberries have been performing well for years, but raspberries and
Germany: area growth for berries continues
- . March 2015
Berries are becoming increasingly popular in Germany. The German producers are therefore doing their best to meet the rising demand.