Blueberries
Ranier Fruit Co. anticipating Bee Better certification for organic blueberries
As summer approaches, and the upcoming Washington blueberry season nears first pick, Selah, Washington-based Rainier Fruit Co. announced its 100% organic blueberry operation is on track to earn the title of Bee Better Certified in... more »
Mississippi blueberry growers expect high quality, average yield
The COVID-19 pandemic presented a new obstacle for Mississippi blueberry growers in 2020, impacting the labor force for the early-season varieties. “A lot of growers are working through how to deal with harvest, packing and... more »
Hot weather causing rapid blueberry bloom in Michigan
The Memorial Day weekend was hot across Michigan, with temperatures up to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. This hot weather will continue for the next week, making this blueberry bloom season unusually warm. Extreme spring weather is... more »
US highbush blueberries gain expanded access to China, the Philippines
The North American Blueberry Council on May 20 expressed appreciation for progress made in ongoing U.S. trade negotiations with China in phase 1 of the trade agreement disclosed earlier this year. According to a news... more »
Fresh blueberries gain expanded access to China, the Philippines
China has announced updates to the phase 1 trade agreement with the United Staes, expanding market access for fresh U.S. highbush blueberries. Additionally, the USDA Foreign Agricultural Office (FAS) Agricultural Trade Office (ATO) in Manila,... more »
Blueberry growers start effort to grow domestic sales
Blueberry growers from the Southeast and Midwest are vocal members of a campaign to educate the public and politicians about the realities of cheap imported produce. American Grown was launched less than a year ago... more »
Wish Farms promotes local businesses, donates gift cards
International grower and year-round marketer of strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries, Wish Farms, recently completed a successful giveback campaign on Instagram by promoting local businesses while simultaneously supporting children in need. According to a news... more »
Michigan State University schedules Pre-Bloom Blueberry Webinar for May 12
Michigan State University Extension and the MSUE Small Fruit Team are hosting a webinar with updates on issues related to the early portion of the blueberry season. This webinar will deliver information on research and... more »
