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Berry prices shift in Italy’s online retail: red currants rise sharply while blueberries decline. Snapshot of weekly price changes and assortment share.

The evolution of Huelva’s strawberry varietal landscape, the European hub of berries production, continues to show marked dynamism.

In soilless Duke blueberry cultivation, balanced nutrition improves plant growth and yield without affecting fruit quality.

Wild blueberries may improve vascular function, gut microbiome balance and blood sugar control. A Florida State University study highlights the cardiometabolic benefits of berries.

Nova Siri Genetics presented the new premium strawberry Elyson® (NSG 48) during an exclusive evening at the prestigious Da Vittorio Restaurant.

In the United States, USHBC is strengthening blueberry sales in 2026 through retail partnerships covering more than 15,000 stores including Walmart, Kroger and Whole Foods. Promotions, data-driven targeting and seasonal campaigns aim to increase visibility and repeat purchases.

Berries are facing tight supply and high prices due to the origin switch (end of Chile, delays in Iberia/Morocco). Postharvest and breeding updates.

Eleven storms have devastated strawberry, raspberry and blueberry crops in Portugal, Spain and Morocco, slashing production, damaging farms and pushing berry prices higher across markets.

In Padova retail stores, the berry category remains strong but spring starts with tight supply and rising prices. Blueberries dominate assortments while raspberries and redcurrants appear scarce and costly.

The 2026 European Blueberry Conference provided an opportunity to update producers, technicians and operators in the supply chain on the main varietal, agronomic and technological developments in the sector.