The new era of blueberry genetics: Innovations and market outlook for new variety releases – Part 2

Yield alone no longer defines commercial success, as the winning formula requires an integrated balance only provided by premium characteristics.

October 21 , 2026

French-Dutch partnership tackles heat tolerance in strawberries

Combining machine learning with targeted gene editing, researchers are aiming for commercial field trials by 2028.

October 12 , 2026

Meet OBG-Belair, Oregon Blueberry’s newest high-yield, mid-chill, large-to-jumbo cultivar

The variety’s commercial release comes as the industry seeks greater consistency in early-season supply, the firm said. 

October 09 , 2026

Drones-as-a-Service market to hit $14B by 2030

Flexible subscription models and advanced aerial analytics give small and mid-sized farming operations access to high-end tech without heavy equipment costs.

October 07 , 2026

National Mango Board: How science is serving the industry

Nathalia Costine-Tello, NMB’s Research Manager, highlights the role of genetics and agronomic innovation in advancing the industry toward greater efficiency.

October 06 , 2026

How the transition to HLB-resistant cultivars could reshape citrus economics

Variables such as tree age, grove density, costs, and even the well-being of nearby operations can drastically affect the financial feasibility of this switch.

September 25 , 2026

Canada’s betting big on a high-tech ag future 

With deteriorated trade relations with its neighbor to the south, the Great White North is running a CA$3.2 billion strategy to strengthen its food systems, with key investments in AI, sustainability, and cutting-edge greenhouse innovation.

September 23 , 2026

AOMA calls to strengthen avocado oil authenticity standards following UC Davis study

Factors such as variety, origin, climate, maturity stage, harvest period, and processing can naturally alter the chemical composition of an authentic oil.

September 23 , 2026

The avocado ripeness challenge: The industry is harnessing technology to win over consumers in India

Designed to make picking fruit easier, Westfalia Fruit’s Ripe-O-Meter seeks to familiarize building confidence among uninitiated shoppers.

September 21 , 2026

Blueberry compound may help curb fat buildup in muscle cells

Lab findings suggest a naturally occurring substance could help reduce muscle fat accumulation without side effects.

September 18 , 2026