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27 Mar 2026

AgroBlu launches Sicilian winter blueberries: production from December to May targeting 30% of the Italian market

AgroBlu launches premium Sicilian blueberries from December to May, with short supply chain, low-chill varieties and fast delivery to Italian retail.

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Production

27 Mar 2026

Press review: global supply, climate risk, premiums and variety platforms

This week, berries are at the centre of three key themes: the realignment of global supply, climate risks, and pressures on logistics and the premium segment.

Markets

26 Mar 2026

Huelva strawberries: too many varieties risk productivity and demand stricter breeding

Strawberry varieties in Huelva are rapidly increasing, but breeders warn that excessive diversification may reduce productivity, quality, and sustainability in a highly competitive market.

Prices

26 Mar 2026

Berries in Verona: high raspberry prices, blueberries and blackberries stabilize retail market

In Verona, raspberries remain expensive with limited supply, while blueberries and blackberries stabilize prices thanks to higher volumes. Retail analysis across 16 chains.

Statistics

25 Mar 2026

Italy: The North West and affluent households are driving berry penetration

YouGov data on the profiles of berry consumers shows that consumption levels are higher than the national average in North East as well, and among the over-65s

Prices

25 Mar 2026

Global blueberry prices rise +7.6% in week 13/2026, driven by strong growth in standard segment

Global blueberry price index rises by +7.6% in week 13/2026, led by strong growth in the standard segment. Organic and discount remain stable, while premium slightly declines.

Production

24 Mar 2026

New rabbiteye blueberry OBG-Raptor delivers high yields and improved fruit quality in Oregon

OBG-Raptor is a new rabbiteye blueberry from Oregon delivering high yields, firmer berries and reduced cracking, making it ideal for fresh market and processing applications.

Prices

24 Mar 2026

Online berry prices in Italy: blueberries +3.9%, raspberries rising, blackberries declining

Online retail berry prices in Italy: blueberries rise (+3.9%), raspberries +1.5%, blackberries decline. Assortment and trends, week 13/2026.

Events

23 Mar 2026

The event calendar of the 2026 Berry Area

The programme includes five thematic sessions: Technology, Market, Blueberry Focus, Strawberry Focus and Research; it will be held in the Berry Arena, Hall B2.

Markets

23 Mar 2026

Peru blueberries: export growth and premium varieties boom across Lima, Ica and key regions

Peru strengthens its global blueberry leadership with rising exports, premium varieties expansion and growing cultivated areas in Lima and Ica reshaping the market.