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Italy: Blueberries most popular among soft fruit
- . May 2014
“Soft fruit has always been a niche product and the relationship between supply and demand has always been balanced. Our
Driscoll’s hires senior vice president
- . May 2014
Watsonville, Calif.-based Driscoll’s has hired long-time Washington, D.C.-veteran Tom O’Brien in the newly created role of senior vice president, governance
Washington State and British Columbia set for record blueberry harvest
- . May 2014
Bumper blueberry crops are expected in Washington State and British Colombia this season, due to good weather conditions and a
U.S.: circumstances conspire against Florida’s blueberry growers
- . May 2014
Blueberry growers in Florida suffered a modest season this year which began late due to poor weather, and was further
California blueberries start early
- . May 2014
California blueberry production could climb again this year, aided by warm weather that started the deal about three weeks earlier
California Giant names bush berry category manager
- . May 2014
Jerry Connery has joined Watsonville-based California Giant Berry Farms as bush berry category manager. He was previously mixed berry category
Amidst growing demand for healthful options, blueberries gain traction on top chain menus
- . April 2014
As consumer interest in healthy dining options continues to rise, so does the presence of fruit on U.S. menus, and
Study: Blueberries help reduce Parkinson’s risk
- . April 2014
A new study shows eating blueberries reduces the risk of contracting Parkinson’s disease and may protect human brain performance. A
USDA’s MAP program helps boost U.S. blueberry exports
- . April 2014
Spring is here and brings with it many fresh healthy foods, including blueberries. Known for their antioxidants, vitamins and fibre,
Study to reveal antioxidant properties of Chilean blueberries
- . April 2014
Although Chile ranks among leading blueberry producers, local researchers say studies have been scarce until now on the fruit’s nutritional