Oasis Farms, Inc. Sells Entire Supply of Blueberries Stored in RipeLockers to High-End Retailer Seeking Quality Fruit during the Blueberry Shortage

October 10, 2023 RipeLocker

Having used RipeLockers for season extension of their blueberries in the past, Washington blueberry grower Oasis Farms, Inc. in Prosser, Washington benefited greatly this year by being able to sell their entire supply stored in the chambers to a high-end retailer searching for inventory to fill their shelves. 

USHBC and NABC Honor Industry Luminaries and Celebrate Leadership Program Graduates at The Blueberry Summit

During The Blueberry Summit held Sept. 27 to Sept. 29 in Savannah, GA the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) and North American Blueberry Council (NABC) honored and celebrated those past, present and future leaders of the blueberry industry. 

Blueberries Season Could be Longer Thanks to This Technology, Trials Suggest

August 18, 2023 Fresh Inset

The blue fruits business in both hemispheres may soon have an innovative tool for extending seasonality and reducing food waste. The results of trials conducted on blueberries after using innovative technology with a patented 1-MCP delivery system indicated a slower ripening effect. Treated blueberries kept very good eating quality and firmness for the full 49 days of the test.

International Blueberry Organization Announces the 2023 Global State of the Blueberry Industry Report is Now Available

The International Blueberry Organization (IBO) unveils its highly anticipated 2023 State of the Global Blueberry Industry Report. In an era marked by fluctuating blueberry prices and an astounding 77% surge in Highbush Production since 2018, the industry has faced mounting challenges.

International Blueberry Organization Announces Webinar for the Launch of the 2023 Global State of the Blueberry Industry Report

The International Blueberry Organization (IBO) is excited to announce the launch of the ‘2023 Global State of the Blueberry Industry’ report. The release event will take place via a webinar hosted by editor Cort Brazelton and Colin Fain, who leads the team that produced the report. This live virtual event is set to take place on August 15th, at 2pm GMT.