U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council Seeks Nominees For Importer 1, And Exporter 1, 3, 4 Positions And Public Member

The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) is seeking USHBC Importer #1, Exporter #1 (Chile), Exporter #3 (Peru), and Exporter #4 (Mexico) and Public Members positions on the Council. Nominees are being sought for the three-year

Naturipe Farms Ushers in a New Era of Berries with Abundant Supplies

February 2, 2024 Naturipe Farms

This February, Naturipe’s blueberry production is shifting into high gear. Naturipe is kicking off a New Era of Berries with its annual FeBLUEary campaign, highlighting the peak winter season for Naturipe’s conventional and organic blueberries. This new era is benchmarked by improved quality of berries, ramped-up innovation in breeding, growing, and packaging, and increased prioritization of sustainability throughout the business.

Newly Certified Cold Treatment Facility to Boost Fresh Produce Imports Through North Carolina Ports

December 15, 2023 North Carolina Ports

Lewis Nursery and Farms and its subsidiary American Blueberries, LLC have officially opened a USDA APHIS certified cold treatment facility located in Rocky Point, N.C.  This certified facility will not only benefit American Blueberries and its customers, but the availability of this service will support the import of fresh produce, like blueberries, grapes, apples, pears, citrus and a broad variety of organics, through the Port of Wilmington year-round.

It’s a Mighty Finish to 2023 for Naturipe’s Jumbo Blueberries

November 7, 2023 Naturipe Farms

Naturipe Farms, a farmer-owned berry producer and marketer, is excited to announce promotable volumes of its fresh, firm, and flavorful jumbo blueberries, aptly named “Mighty Blues™.” Supplies will double and even triple over the coming weeks, which is great news for retailers who want to promote them and consumers who have quickly become devoted fans of these delicious blueberries.

The Chilean Blueberry Committee Issues First Forecast of the Season

October 11, 2023 Chilean Blueberry Committee

The Chilean Blueberry Committee of ASOEX, together with iQonsulting, have estimated a volume of 82,000 tons of fresh blueberries for the 2023/24 season.  This represents a six percent decrease in fresh exports from the previous year.  Updated estimates will be released throughout the Chilean Blueberry season.