Berries
All the news and market analysis for worldwide berry industry, including berry growers , berry production, and the import and export of berries.
Fruitist beefs up finance team ahead of expected IPO
Rich Sullivan named CFO and Thomas Seifert and June Yang appointed to board of directors
BerryWorld packing change unlocks surplus soft fruit for FareShare
Change to the packing process at Emery Soft Fruits has allowed significant volumes of berries to be rescued in Hampshire and could be replicated by other BerryWorld UK growers
Sofrupak to launch ‘smart’ berry packaging with NFC chip
Adam Sikorski of Polish packaging specialist Sofrupak says the group is set to introduce innovative ‘smart’ packaging with NFC chip technology for the 2026 season, enabling product tracking from field to shelf in line with upcoming EU Digital Product Passport regulations
Daifressh streamlines service with tighter integration
Group strengthens its vertical integration model with a focus on berries and its two logistics centres in Europe
Orsero Group reports strong growth in half-year results
Italian fresh produce distributor records significant revenue and profit growth, with particularly strong performance in kiwifruit, grapes, fresh-cut and exotic fruit categories
Driscoll’s appoints Jiunn Shih as first global marketing chief
Appointment reunites former Zespri executive with ex-CEO Dan Mathieson, and underscores company’s commitment to strengthening global brand presence
Argentine blueberry exporters seek to regain lost ground
Lack of investment in new genetics has left the country trailing behind its Latin American neighbours
Mission Produce reports Q3 revenue growth of 10 per cent
Avocado specialist Mission Produce has reported a 10 per cent increase in total revenue to US$357.7mn for the third quarter, driven by higher volumes from Peru and Mexico
BerryWorld Orb breaks ground as first UK-bred blueberry
New variety has gone on sale this season, having been developed in Kent
Zimbabwe secures blueberry export deal with China
Zimbabwe has secured a landmark agreement to export blueberries to China, opening access to one of the world’s fastest-growing markets with 1.4bn potential consumers
‘We Strive, We Thrive’: Joy Wing Mau Group shines at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025
Leading Chinese fruit enterprise demonstrates commitment to maximising partner value in China through strategic collaborations, varietal innovation, and industry leadership at premier Asian fresh produce exhibition
Italian firms forge new connections at Asia Fruit Logistica
Companies including Infia, Origine Group, Unifrutti Group/Oranfrizer, RK Growers, Rivoira, and KiKoKà report successful meetings with existing and potential clients from across Asia at the international trade show
Blackberry growers highlight USPs to build on sales momentum
British blackberries have enjoyed strong sales growth in recent weeks
DP World launches Morocco-UK-Europe service to cut fruit export times
A new shipping service connecting Morocco with the UK and North Europe will reduce fruit and vegetable export times by up to two days, offering better quality produce at lower costs with a significantly reduced carbon footprint
IBO launches BlueCareers platform for blueberry industry recruitment
The International Blueberry Organization has created a specialised recruitment platform to connect employers with qualified professionals across the global blueberry sector
Camposol reports strong growth in first-half 2025 sales
Peruvian fresh produce group Camposol has announced significant growth in its first-half 2025 results, with sales jumping 22 per cent to US$222mn and volumes sold increasing by 38 per cent year-on-year
Global Plant Genetics celebrates decade of horticultural innovation
The UK-based specialist in berries, asparagus, grapes and nuts has built a global network and received royal recognition for its international trade success
New Zealand fruit exports surge to NZ$2.96bn in 2025
New Zealand’s fruit export value climbed significantly in the first half of 2025, with total overseas sales showing a 27 per cent increase year-on-year
OZblu launches Chinese brand name at Asia Fruit Logistica
United Exports’ premium blueberry brand deepens engagement with Chinese customers through the introduction of trademarked local brand name
GP Graders launches industry-first sanitary blueberry sorting machine
Post-harvest technology specialist GP Graders has released a new fully sanitary-designed sorting and grading machine specifically engineered for blueberries, featuring dry-handling technology and advanced defect detection
US tariffs push South Africa closer to Eastern markets
South Africa is rapidly expanding market access for its fresh produce in Eastern markets, particularly China and India, as US tariffs of 30 per cent force exporters to seek alternative destinations
Fruitist launches grab-and-go blueberry Snack Cups
New portable format aims to make fresh fruit ‘as effortless and craveable as packaged snacks’ for consumers with fast-moving lifestyles
Hortifrut to showcase Asian market commitment at AFL 2025
Global berry producer-marketer Hortifrut will exhibit alongside strategic partner Naturipe at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025, highlighting its growing presence in Asian markets through local production and direct imports
Produce Plus Spring out now
Produce Plus Spring is headlined by a keynote interview with MOYA 2025 winner Sonia Gabauer. She reveals the keys to the successful Driscoll’s Australia Sweetest Batch Strawberries campaign. Plus, a wrap up of Hort Connections and features on berries, avocados, citrus and IFPSS 2025.
South Africa’s blueberry sector rebounds with promising growth outlook
After several challenging years of declining production, South Africa’s blueberry industry is poised for a comeback with strong volumes expected during the peak season over the next two months
Belgian delegation visits key London wholesale markets
The visit to New Covent Garden and New Spitalfields markets was designed to reinforce Belgium’s reputation among buyers for reliable, counter-seasonal availability
Scottish firms behind world-first GigaFarm in Dubai
Agritech manufacturer IGS and deployment partner Modutec have teamed up for a project designed to replace 1 per cent of food imports in the UAE
BerryWorld Asia launches with China debut and India campaign
Agroberries Group has established a new regional division, BerryWorld Asia, to distribute its licensed berry varieties across Asian markets, including first-time entries into China and India
StepacPPC champions sustainable pallet shrouds for fresh produce
Fresh produce packaging specialist StepacPPC has introduced Xtend Pallet Shrouds, an innovative full-pallet packaging solution designed to extend shelf-life of berries and other delicate produce while reducing plastic usage during transport
New Zealand shines brighter than ever at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025
The New Zealand Pavilion is organised by New Zealand Trade and Enterprise, Plant & Food Research, and New Zealand Apples and Pears
Hot summer brings early sales boost for autumn fruits
Waitrose reports earlier fruit harvest in response to hot, dry conditions
Mason bees offer reliability in unpredictable conditions
Serbian entrepreneur Nela Jovic is promoting mason bee adoption across the Balkans, offering fruit producers a powerful alternative to traditional honeybee pollination
Peru looks to Asia to diversify blueberry markets
Andean nation says forecast growth rates will only be sustained by opening new markets
ViewNetic brings AI-powered precision to greenhouses
ViewNetic received the Concept Award at GreenTech, with partner Royal Brinkman lauding the solution’s preventive approach to crop protection
Driscoll’s One Family, One Earth campaign wins marketing plaudits
Awards highlight Driscoll’s community investments and environmental sustainability initiatives
Cherry sales up 150 per cent at Ocado
Online retailer believes popularity for ‘retro’ cherry flavour has boosted fresh sales, while warm weather has led to bumper crops of berries and apricots