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Berry prices in Italian online retail show mixed trends in week 4/2026. Raspberries and blueberries rise, while blackberries decline. An overview of prices and online assortment dynamics.

In Florida, pioneering DNA research on strawberries helps develop tastier, more aromatic varieties, delivering sweeter, more flavorful fruits to consumers and growers alike.

Berries are emerging as key players in functional nutrition, thanks to advanced extraction and uses in nutraceuticals, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.

The berry industry is experiencing a commercial boost for blueberries, mixed signals for harvests (Greece ahead of schedule), and strong varietal innovation.

In Turin’s berries market, blueberry prices decline between Chile and Morocco, while raspberries and blackberries rise due to limited supply and clear quality differences among origins.

Fall Creek's PeachyBlue blueberry variety, known for its peach-like flavor and strong shelf-life, boosted premium sales at Sprouts in 2023 and set a new standard for category growth.

Australia tripled its blueberry output in a decade, driven by innovation, favorable climate and premium quality to lead regional markets.

The Italian Berry online basket for week 3/2026 shows an overall index decline, driven by weaker standard fruit and increasing supply pressure across international grocery platforms.

Sweet-Ark Immaculate is a new white, sweet, thornless blackberry developed by the University of Arkansas for the fresh market. A truly unique variety.