Berries
All the news and market analysis for worldwide berry industry, including berry growers , berry production, and the import and export of berries.
New project to bring precision pollination to more fruit crops
New research backed by Defra hoped to boost insights for growers and breeders into optimal pollination methods
Peru trims blueberry forecast as El Niño bites
Proarándanos’s fourth export forecast for 2026/27 reveals a 6 per cent dip on earlier estimates
Anti-dumping tariffs cause consternation amongst Mexican strawberry growers
Aneberries and CABC concerned about impact on producers after USDC set margins ranging from 3.37-5.28 per cent on Mexican exports
Mission Produce revenue surges 26 per cent in Q3
Mission Produce’s fiscal third-quarter results show revenue climbing, but Calavo integration costs weigh on quarterly profitability
Hiya Fruit looks north in China
New supply relationships at wholesale market near Beijing have opened up huge new sales opportunities for British-owned fruit importer
Paraguay says yes to Chilean blueberries
Latest market opening comes as interest in the fruit continues to grow amongst Latin American consumers
Prize brings forward blueberry season with greenhouse production
Strategy developed in Valparaiso, Chile. apparently allows for better microclimate control and earlier availability of fruit
Whatever happened to those vertical strawberry farms?
Netherlands-based group Smartkas outlines plan to launch new venture and investment vehicle after protracted legal battle
Daifressh expands supply base as it enters new growth phase
Group turnover has grown from around €94mn to more than €150mn in three years
Asia Fruit Logistica forum explores bright future for frozen fruit
Increased use of frozen fruit as an ingredient expected to represent next phase of sector’s growth in Asia Pacific region
Downward trend for Spanish fresh produce consumption
New data processed by industry body Fepex reveals household fresh produce consumption slipped to 3.25mn tonnes in the first half of 2026
Exclusive: What’s up with Driscoll’s, the world’s biggest berry brand?
Global CMO Jiunn Shih discusses leadership changes, legal challenges, and the way ahead for a company in the eye of a storm
Swiss fruit growers demand fair pricing amid extreme weather crisis
Association issues urgent call for fair conditions and political support following damaging hailstorm and prolonged drought conditions
Zimbabwean OZblu blueberries make landmark debut in China
United Exports hails arrival as major milestone in development of year-round, premium supply into key growth market
Kakuzi turns to blueberries after dramatic fall in half-year profit
Exporter pushes ahead with major greenhouse project as company looks to offset steep declines in avocado and macadamia divisions
South Africa set to finalise stonefruit and cherry access to China
South Africa’s stonefruit protocol with China is set to be formally signed in Beijing next week, with the inclusion of cherries confirmed
Sekoya looks to extend premium blueberry supply across China
From low chill to high chill, Sekoya sees potential to serve more of China’s domestic blueberry season
Hot summer boosts British blueberry volumes by 11 per cent
A summer of steady heat brought the most consistent harvest in years, alongside challenges
UK growers seek retailer support as strawberry volumes surge
Stronger late-season crop caused by extreme heat risks going to waste without flexibility from retailers
Good Natured Berries shortlisted for two industry awards
Angus Soft Fruits brand’s milestone year recognised at FPC Fresh Awards and Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards 2026
Morocco tightens grip on UK fresh raspberry imports
New analysis of trade data shows country shipped even more fresh raspberries to the UK in year to June 2026
French consumers urged to ‘Extend the Summer’
Following heatwaves and severe drought, and faced with ‘sluggish’ market, Interfel launches media campaign to spur consumption
Brits throw away £163mn worth of blueberries every year
British households throw away enough blueberries annually to fill Battersea Power Station turbine hall from floor to ceiling
Brie Reiter Smith succeeds Soren Bjorn as Driscoll’s CEO
Driscoll’s has appointed board vice-chair Smith as its new CEO, with Bjorn set to support the transition and offer strategic guidance
Aldi launches strawberry deal following heatwave
Sunshine boosts summer crop as discounter seeks to alleviate crop pressure
Driscoll’s first chief communications officer Frances Dillard departs
Executive played pivotal role in transforming Driscoll’s from North American berry business into widely recognised global brand
US blueberry industry votes to continue USHBC work
The US Highbush Blueberry Council has secured its future after producers and importers voted in favour of continuing the marketing body
Mexican strawberries face US antidumping probe
Group of Florida growers claim unfair pricing is harming American companies and workers
Asia Fruit Logistica 2026 exhibitor preview: EMEA
Asia Fruit Logistica continues to be a meeting point for suppliers and service providers from Europe, the Middle East and Africa, to showcase their vast array of brands, products and services to businesses in Asia and beyond
Camposol supports new berry brand with strong early shipments
Company’s Peruvian blueberry exports to China have increased sixfold over the first seven weeks of the season
Frozen fruit sales outpace fresh during heatwave
Frozen fruit sales rose by almost 50 per cent in the last four weeks while shoppers replaced ’cooking with grazing’ to cope with heat and inflation eased for fifth month running, new figures show
Asia Fruit Logistica edition of Asiafruit out now
Special edition offers a full Asia Fruit Logistica breakdown including extensive exhibitor preview, Asiafruit Knowledge Centre programme overview and pre-show highlights
Asia Fruit Logistica 2026 exhibitor preview: Australasia
Australia and New Zealand remain key suppliers to the Asia market for premium fresh produce across an array of categories. This year will see exhibitors from the region showcasing local industries, brands, marketing efforts and company restructures all aimed at serving Asia’s thriving markets
Egypt says yes to Peruvian blueberries
Egypt’s strategic location could serve as a gateway to other markets North Africa and the Middle East
Heatwaves make British blackberries sweeter than ever
Growers say 2026 could be the sweetest year ever, but renew calls for urgent water support
Oppy extends Happy Berry brand to premium blueberries
North American fresh produce group Oppy is extending its consumer-facing Happy Berry brand into blueberries for the first time