Global blueberry growth: trends, challenges and strategies from the IBO Summit 2025 in South Africa
From the IBO Summit 2025 in South Africa, a new global vision for blueberries emerges: collaboration, smart growth and sustainable strategies for the future.
Berry market in Bologna: strong assortments, improving quality and stable prices
The Bologna Berry Retal Store monitor shows well-stocked shelves, greater blueberry availability, improving quality and stable but varied prices across berries in major retail chains.
Australia suspends dimethoate use on berries amid food safety concerns and rising consumption
Australia halts dimethoate use on blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. Rising berry consumption narrows safety margins; new 14-day harvest interval imposed by APVMA.
Blueberry varietal transition: new genetics reshaping premium quality, risks and global market trends
A global varietal shift is redefining blueberry quality and market strategy. New genetics bring premium potential but also risks of confusion and over-segmentation.
Morocco leads Africa’s berry export: strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and blackberries grow fast
With over 14,000 hectares cultivated, Morocco becomes Africa’s berry export hub, supplying Europe, Asia and Gulf with strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and blackberries.
Global blueberry prices up 2.2%: strong gains for Standard and Organic categories in week 46/2025
In week 46/2025, the global blueberry price index increased by 2.2%. Standard (+3.4%) and Organic (+2.9%) rose, while the Premium category declined (-4.9%).