Blueberries
Rainier Fruit achieves Equitable Food Initiative certification
Rainier Fruit has achieved Equitable Food Initiative certification for its largest farm of over 2,300 acres. According to a news release, for the past three years, both companies have worked to align Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) standards... more »
Industry puts focus on blueberry sales potential
Something about blueberries drives the blues away. Jeff Malensky, newly-named chair of the promotion committee for the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Committee (USHBC), says he’s often noticed the phenomena: Start talking about blueberries to somebody, and... more »
Study: Blueberry growers boost economy by infusing billions of dollars, generating jobs
U.S. highbush blueberry growers generate more than $4.7 billion in annual economic impact, accounting for more than $12.7 million flowing into the U.S. economy every day, according to a study commissioned by the U.S. Highbush... more »
Weather conditions favorable for SWD spray applications in Michigan
Managing spotted wing drosophila in blueberries and raspberries is critical during harvest. Lower daily temperatures are an opportunity for using a wider range of insecticide products recommended for control. Currently, pyrethroids are very effective. As... more »
Senate passes Resolution declaring July ‘National Blueberry Month’
The U.S. Senate has passed a resolution designating July 2020 as National Blueberry Month, recognizing the contributions of the U.S. blueberry industry and acknowledging that purchasing blueberries supports farmers, jobs and the economy. The resolution... more »
Blueberry exports to Chile now open for California, Oregon, Washington
On July 31, USDA Trade Director for the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Plant Protection and Quarantine Division Barbara Spangler notified the North American Blueberry Council (NABC) that blueberries from California, Oregon and... more »
Registration now open for Blueberry Council Virtual Conference and Expo
Like many organizations, the North American Blueberry Council (NABC) and U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) are taking their meetings virtual this year. Registration is now open for the NABC/USHBC Virtual Conference and Expo, taking place... more »
Naturipe shares foodservice program, contact-free blueberries for kitchens
Salinas, California-based Naturipe Farms’ Value-Added Fresh division is focused on the future by providing a diversified and elevated foodservice program. According to a news release, the Natruripe Farms' Farm to Package process provides extended shelf... more »
Current Issue
On-farm AI: Water, farm, labor research guide decisions
Data collection tool expands farm management
Carmel Valley winegrapes: Parsonage Village Vineyard
IFTA Yakima Valley tour provides orchard insights
IFTA recognizes tree fruit honorees
Pennsylvania recognizes fruit industry professionals
Fresh Views 40 Under 40
see all current issue »
