Berries
All the news and market analysis for worldwide berry industry, including berry growers , berry production, and the import and export of berries.
Ending of PO scheme ’harms British competitiveness’
Nick Marston, chairman of British Berry Growers, outlines serious concerns over Defra’s decision to end the Producer Organisation (PO) scheme
Fruit Logistica: Mediterranean marvels – how can logistics companies unlock North Africa’s export potential?
The Logistics Hub session explored North Africa’s growing influence and focused on infrastructure, services and strategies for growth
Coming soon: Fresh Focus Italy 2025
Fruitnet’s special annual publication promotes the very best of the Italian fresh produce trade to an international audience of buyers and importers
Tornadoes hit berry farms in southern Spain
High humidity after 20 days of non-stop rain also causing severe damage to crop
BerryWorld strawberries win gold at New Zealand’s Outstanding Food Producers Awards
Now in he running for the Category Champion Award to be announced in April
New association aims to grow Ukraine’s blueberry exports
Companies representing around 20 per cent of country’s production have formed a new organisation to develop the industry’s commercial interests
Peruvian blueberry exports set to top US$3bn in 2026
Country consolidates its position as the world’s number one exporter
Rain dampens Spanish strawberry supply
Excess humidity causes losses of 15-20 per cent of the crop
Fresón de Palos signs up Marvel superheroes
Iconic characters are the stars of the Spanish cooperative’s new campaign
Anecoop enjoyed record turnover in 2023/24
The agri-food cooperative presented results for 2023/24 at its AGM in Algemesí, with turnover and sales volumes increasing
Berry business bursting with potential
Fruitnet Berry Congress hears how there’s plenty of room for growth in the category – but better marketing is key
Topian seeks global partners to transform Saudi food production
Describing new sustainable region Neom as “more than a construction project”, Topian says it is committed to reshaping food production in Saudi Arabia
Rebecca Scurr wins BerryQuest International 2025 Next Generation Award
Fourth generation producer recognised for developing the profile of Australian strawberries and specialty strawberries and raspberries
Chile’s UC designs robotic fruit harvester
Researchers from Universidad Católica are developing a robot that harvests cherries and blueberries
Chilean exporters set sights on Vietnamese market
Kiwifruit and blueberries next products in line to secure market access
Record Q1 revenue for Mission Produce
Steve Barnard says avocado specialist is “pleased” with first quarter results, achieved despite supply challenges in Mexico
Dogtooth appoints Jorge Heraud as chairman
Robotic harvesting specialist appoints Blue River Technology co-founder as new chairman of the board
Belgian strawberry suppliers mark start of new season
The strawberry campaign is kicking off in Belgium, with the first sale of the season by BelOrta growers Colembie and Colemberry, and a day of activities planned by Hoogstraten
Inka’s Berries sends first blueberries to Taiwan
Shipment marks latest milestone in company’s international expansion
BerryQuest International sets scene for future of Australian berry industry
Over 500 delegates come together in Tasmania for Berries Australia event
‘Women are shaping future of farming’, says ASF breeding programme director
Lucy Wilkins of Angus Soft Fruits reflects on the challenges and opportunities for women in horticulture ahead of International Women’s Day
Agrovision appoints Jim Trahanas as CTO
Former McKinsey CTO brings extensive experience in leading transformative technology initiatives
REO Veiling simplifies identity to REO
Belgian cooperative REO Veiling has changed its corporate identity to REO, accompanied by a new logo and company motto, ‘Together it tastes better’
Viveros California makes new raspberry variety available to all
Growers can now access Vica Alegría under a free marketing model
US consumers ‘will pay more’ after tariffs come into effect
Leading expert in agricultural economics predicts Trump duty will mean higher prices for Mexican avocados
Stellar line-up for Fresh Produce India
India’s premier business event is back in Mumbai on 3-4 April with an exciting line-up of top speakers, unique experiences and first-rate networking opportunities
Interview: Costa eyes key supply window with Laos berry project
Peter McPherson, consulting advisor to Costa Berry International, talks exclusively to Fruitnet about the group’s pioneering new berry plantation in Laos
Costa Group launches new berry growing operation in Laos
Major international berry grower-marketer plans to develop 200ha of blueberry plantings by 2028 and sees Laos emerging as a key supply hub for Asia markets
New research uses natural tree sap to extend shelf life of fresh produce
Queensland research group finds natural plant extracts and light can prevent spoilage in strawberries by 20 per cent
Potential for more UK fruit exports to Singapore
Market opportunities are likely to increase as Singaporean economy continues to recover from Covid and tourism rebounds
Camposol closes an “extraordinary” 2024
Revenues up 18 per cent by the end of 2024, while EBITDA reaches a record growth of 68 per cent
Final countdown for Fruitnet Berry Congress
The world’s leading event for the fresh berry business prepares to open its doors in Rotterdam
BerryWorld and Tropic Cool team up for new Rwanda venture
Rwanda Berries plans to establish farmland and create over 1,200 new jobs
FruitMasters adds Bestum to Best of Berries range
The largest Dutch fruit cooperative aims to expand its availability of top-quality, sweet blackberries this year
Berries top Australian horticulture ahead of BerryQuest International
Berries had the highest production value of any Australian fruit in 2023/24
Agrovision harvests first commercial blueberry crop in Yunnan
Company says first batches of Meiyili-branded fruit sold out within 24 hours