- April 28, 2026
Blueberry varietal transition—the berry fine line separating premium fruit from market confusion
A global shift in genetics is raising both quality and questions in the blueberry industry, a recent analysis by the International Blueberry Organization (IBO)
IBO Summit 2025 concludes in South Africa, bringing together the global blueberry industry
Cape Town, South Africa – October 3, 2025 The International Blueberry Organization (IBO) proudly concluded the IBO Summit 2025 in
Peruvian blueberry prices fall
The international blueberry market, with an annual value close to US$7 billion, begins the 2025/2026 season under a complex scenario
It’s a tough fight, but we’re getting there
In South Africa, a ratio of 60:40 between ocean and air cargo reigns for blueberries, although Antoinette van Heerden, logistics
Colombia’s growing blueberry industry: record imports and expansion of high-altitude crops
With a developing industry, Colombia is making steady progress in the blueberry industry. The sharp increase in imports to meet
Most cultivated blueberries are destined for the fresh market, while wild blueberries are bound for processing
Blueberries are native to North America and grown throughout the United States. Varieties can be classified into two categories: cultivated,
USDA provides US$8.3mn funding to 11 recipients to combat trade barriers for specialty crops
The US Department of Agriculture USDA) has announced it is awarding US$8.3mn in funding to help 11 recipients address trade barriers
International blueberry industry convenes in Cape Town as Southern Africa seeks market expansion opportunities
Southern Africa’s blueberry industry hopes the two-day International Berry Organization Summit in Cape Town will mark a new dawn for
International Blueberry Organization introduces BlueCareers to address talent shortage in global industry
New centralised job hub aims to address labour scarcity while supporting sustainable growth and professionalisation throughout the blueberry value chain
Zimbabwean blueberries are now authorized to hit the Chinese market
It’s official—For the first time, Zimbabwean blueberries will be exported to China. The announcement was made after the two countries signed