blueberries

U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council Details Strategic Plan Empowering Industry to ‘Make Blueberries the World’s Favorite Fruit’

October 29, 2021 U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council

The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) today announced details around its recently approved 2021-2025 strategic plan, which charts an ambitious course to exponentially grow the volume and value of blueberries domestically and across the globe. The comprehensive plan explains how USHBC will lead demand-driving programs based on shared resources, research and insights that inspire possibilities and sustain the profitable growth of the blueberry industry – ultimately uniting industry stakeholders to work together toward making blueberries the world’s favorite fruit.  …

GEM-Pack & Red Blossom Berries: Strength in Numbers & Know-How

October 8, 2021 Red Blossom

GEM-Pack Berries, LLC and Red Blossom Sales, Inc. are combining forces to create a dynamic union, capitalizing on tangible synergies that translate directly to customer benefits and grower success …

Bernadine Strik, Ph.D., Honored With Duke Galletta Award From NABC

October 7, 2021 North American Blueberry Council

Bernadine Strik, Ph.D., a veteran professor of horticulture and a berry crop specialist and researcher at Oregon State University, was honored with the Duke Galletta Award for Excellence in Horticultural Research by the North American Blueberry Council (NABC).  …

Maine Blueberry Growers Had Bounce-back Year, Aided by Rain

September 28, 2021 PATRICK WHITTLE, Associated Press

Maine’s wild blueberry growers had a bounce-back year this summer after struggling with low prices and small crops sizes in recent seasons. …

Innovate 2021: USHBC + NABC Tech Symposium and Fall Meetings

September 14, 2021 U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council

The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) is excited to announce the program and lineup of speakers for Innovate 2021: USHBC + NABC Tech Symposium and Fall Meetings, Sept. 27-Oct. 1.  …