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Argentine blueberry industry works on consolidating its niche
- . December 19, 2024
This year’s Argentine blueberry season began with uncertainty, but high hopes. FreshFruitPortal.com spoke to Jorge Pazos, President of the Chamber

Peruvian blueberry season has been slower, with higher volumes
- . December 13, 2024
Proarándanos has reported that the 2024-2025 Peruvian blueberry season, although progressing at a slower pace compared to previous seasons, is showing

Morocco projects another record blueberry crop for 2024-25
- . December 11, 2024
Morocco is positioning itself as a world leader in blueberry production with a new season starting in December which forecasts

China’s rising blueberry production challenges Peru and Chile in global markets
- . December 6, 2024
China’s blueberry sector benefits from a strong domestic demand for fresh, healthy fruits, positioning it as a formidable player in both local and international markets.

Agronometrics in Charts: Georgia’s agriculture industry bears the brunt of Hurricane Helene
- . December 3, 2024
Hurricane Helene caused extensive damage to Georgia’s fruit industry at the end of September with its impact now becoming apparent, with crops like blueberries and citrus hit particularly hard.

Mountain Blue Orchards wins historic lawsuit in China over illegal propagation of blueberries
- . December 2, 2024
The court ruled in MBO’s favor in litigation against an unlicensed nursery for the illegal propagation, propagation, and sale of ‘Ridley 1602’ – Eureka Sunrise (L25), the company detailed.

Chancay Port Sends First Batch of Peruvian Blueberries to Shanghai
- . December 2, 2024
Ships traveling from South America to China typically take more than 45 days to complete the journey. With the completion of Chancay Port, direct shipping routes to China are now reducing the transit time by at least 10 days.

IFPA Applauds Court Decision to Grant Stay on Labor Rule
- . November 30, 2024
“Blueberry growers are committed to the people they employ and the families they feed,” said Kasey Cronquist, president NABC.

Ecuadorean blueberry exporters set sights on China
- . November 25, 2024
Industry seeking to secure phytosanitary protocol with Chinese government

Chilean blueberry industry focuses on varietal renewal to boost global competitiveness
- . November 22, 2024
The industry, which has seen its ups and downs, is currently emphasizing varietal replacement and the establishment of a distinctive seal by the Blueberry Committee to enhance its identity in global markets.