Category: Raspberries & Blackberries

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jun 11, 2025

Five state coalition demands USDA AEWR transparency

A coalition of five produce groups seeks transparency on AEWR rates. Learn which groups are pressing USDA to release wage rate rule details.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jun 04, 2025

Washington Red Raspberry Commission launches frozen raspberry campaign

The Washington Red Raspberry Commission has launched a new national campaign. Learn how it will drive the story of frozen red raspberries.

Fruit Growers News | March 2025

Women in agriculture lead change and innovation

There are more women in ag. Read how ag women are leading fruit farms, boosting innovation and shaping the future of the industry.

Fruit Growers News | February 2025

Cover crops for berry growers

Cover crops help sustainability. Read more how cover crops can aid soil health.

Fruit Growers News | February 2025

Wish Farms builds a legacy through organic fruit production and innovation

Berries are Wish Farms’ calling card. Read more about how four generations of family members help the grower grow and ship berries globally.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jan 27, 2025

Breaking berry boundaries: NC State improves raspberries

North Carolina tops the U.S. in growing sweet potatoes as well as producing poultry and eggs, and is second nationally in turkeys, trout and Christmas trees, third for cucumbers and hogs, and is in the Top 10 in apples and blueberries.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 27, 2024

New SWD biopesticide being developed at MSU through USDA grant

A Michigan State University researcher has received a $325,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture to develop a yeast-based biopesticide that targets spotted wing drosophila (SWD), an invasive pest of berries, winegrapes and tree fruits.

Fruit Growers News | October 2024

Juice processing, berry fertilization and new crop nutrition techniques highlighted at Great Lakes EXPO

Zilfina Rubio Ames and Olga Padilla-Zakour will present insights on blueberry fertilization and Concord grape juice cold-press techniques.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 11, 2024

Goebbert’s Farm shares farm market and agritourism business success

Goebbert’s Farm in the northwest Chicago suburbs has been in the farm market business since 1948.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 02, 2024

Dole prepares for new organic fruit demand from Gen Y & Z

Dole Food Co. is working to attract younger generations to the organic produce segment.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Sep 19, 2024

Kubota acquires Bloomfield Robotics AI startup

Kubota Corp., a global tractor manufacturer, has acquired Bloomfield Robotics Inc.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Sep 05, 2024

Naturipe Farms reports record raspberry harvest

Naturipe Farms announced a record-breaking raspberry harvest for 2024, which includes new conventional and organic varieties.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Aug 29, 2024

North Carolina State receives research project funding

North Carolina State University (NCSU) has received funding for nine specialty crop research projects.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Aug 12, 2024

Ohio State University hosts Berry Field Night for experienced and novice growers

Ohio State University South Centers will host the Ohio Berry Field Night to provide growers with insights into advanced production techniques.

Fruit Growers News | August 2024

Naturipe Farms’ Earth-first philosophy

Naturipe Farms is a berry pioneer. Read how the grower and marketer has been a force in berry production since 1917.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jul 23, 2024

NARBA, NASGA set to host annual conference in Hawaii

NARBA, NASGA set to host annual conference in Hawaii from Feb. 3-6, 2024 at the OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa on the Island of Hawaii.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jul 09, 2024

Walmart, Agritask partner to enhance cherry crop sourcing

Walmart has entered a partnership with Agritask to improve produce-sourcing decisions for seasonal fruits such as cherries and blackberries.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jun 07, 2024

University of Arkansas hosts blackberry field tour June 12

On June 12, 2024, the University of Arkansas will host a blackberry field tour from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Fruit Research Station, located in Clarksville, Arkansas.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jun 03, 2024

Berries lead fresh organic produce sales

Berries are now the king of fresh organic produce sales.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Apr 22, 2024

Naturipe Farms highlights sustainability on Earth Day

Berry grower Naturipe Farms is celebrating a legacy of leadership in sustainability on Earth Day, April 22.

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