Blueberries
Blueberry fruit quality: seperating fact from perception
Fruit quality means different things to different people. How large is the fruit? Is it too soft or too firm? Is it flavorful? What are its health benefits? Appearance, texture, flavor (including taste and aroma)... more »
Blueberry legacy: Tawas Blueberry Farm remains a staple of its community
A northeast Michigan farm on the Lake Huron shores has been growing blueberries for more than seven decades. Tawas Blueberry Farm in Tawas City was originally known as Czaika’s Blueberry Farm until the Payne family... more »
USHBC names winners of first Blueberry Boost Accelerator Pitch Competition
The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) has named the winners of its first Blueberry Boost Accelerator Pitch Competition. The contest concluded the nine-week Blueberry Boost Accelerator, a program developed by USHBC with innovation advisory firm... more »
Applications for USHBC blueberry leadership program now open
The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) has announced the graduation of the third class of fellows in its Blueberry Industry Leadership Program and is seeking applicants for its fourth class. The Oct. 10 graduation marks... more »
UF new host for major plant breeding accelerator program
The University of Florida (UF) is the new home for a plant breeding improvement program. Breeding Insight (BI) is a USDA Agricultural Research Service-funded program that supports public breeding efforts via more than 61 USDA... more »
IFPA announces 2026 board of directors
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has announced new officers and directors for the 2026 IFPA board of directors. The volunteer leaders will be confirmed by a ballot shared with membership and begin its board... more »
South Africa opens for U.S. fresh blueberries
South Africa has officially approved market access for fresh blueberries from all U.S. states. All facilities intending to ship to South Africa must register. The market will be added to the comprehensive facility registration form... more »
Organic Grower: AC Foods’ sustainable organic betterful Blues
The mission of AC Foods is to expand access to healthy food through better farming, with a focus on regenerative agriculture, responsible land stewardship and supporting local communities where it grows and operates. “We are... more »
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