Farm24: Driscoll's e Morrisons showcase the berry industry together
An initiative to highlight the value of the berry industry to give retailers, producers and consumers an insight into the work that goes on behind every pack.
Slomp: blueberry volumes, pack sizes and consumption are set to rise in 2026
Nicola Slomp gives a positive assessment of the 2026 season for Italian blueberries: higher volumes, good quality and larger pack sizes are driving growth.
Global blueberry price index rises 2.4% in week 34/2026, led by strong premium segment gains
The global blueberry price index rises by 2.4% in week 34/2026: premium gains 6.7%, standard rises 3.5%, while organic blueberries decline by 3.3% worldwide.
South Africa: blueberry production set to reach nearly 39,000 tonnes in 2025/26
South Africa is gaining prominence globally thanks to favourable production conditions, high-performing varieties and a strongly export-oriented strategy,
Trials have begun on blueberries using an innovative integrated above-canopy system for treatments and frost protection
Netafim has unveiled S.O.PH.I.A., a fixed system mounted above the canopy designed to integrate localised treatments and frost protection along the row.
Berry prices in Italy's online grocery retail increase 0.7% in week 34/2026
In week 34/2026, berry prices in Italy's online grocery retail rose by 0.7%: raspberries +8.4%, blueberries +0.9% and blackberries -4%. Listings fell 15%.
Blueberries during pregnancy: a study finds benefits for blood sugar levels, weight and maternal inflammation
A study of 34 women with obesity links blueberries and soluble fibre to less weight gain, lower blood sugar levels and improved markers of inflammation in the blood.
Ethephon in blueberries: from 19 August, the EU limit will fall from 20 to 0.01 mg/kg
The new MRL coincides with the limit of analytical determination. The measure also applies to products already on the market prior to the date of application.