Agronometrics: Peruvian blueberry season drives U.S. prices down as volumes soar

Varieties like Sekoya Pop and Eureka are key in boosting Peru’s production capacity, enhancing both the volume and quality of blueberries reaching international markets.

November 05 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Korea's new blueberry source

Guest article by Diego Castagnasso, a fresh produce and blueberry industry expert.

October 24 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Current state of the US strawberry market

Weather events in the southeastern U.S., particularly Hurricanes Helene and Milton, have also influenced market dynamics.

October 17 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Peru sets new avocado export record

The 2024 figures also mark the highest exportable value for Peruvian avocados in history, surpassing the $1.061 billion earned in 2021.

October 15 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Blueberry prices hit record highs, but relief is on the horizon

The price surge can be seen across multiple regions, though it is especially pronounced in shipments from Peru and the U.S. West Coast, where Washington and Oregon blueberries have also seen a steep increase in prices.

October 10 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Peru's blueberry exports surpass 2022-23 season levels

Improved weather conditions this year have allowed producers to bounce back, driving higher volumes of fresh blueberries to international markets.

October 03 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Key trends and strategic insights from the 2024 IBO report

According to the report, blueberry import prices surged to unprecedented levels in 2023, with the average price reaching $7.01/kg, surpassing the previous record of $6.48/kg set in 2016.

September 26 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Morocco’s emergence as a global leader in the blueberry industry

In 2023, Morocco surpassed Spain in terms of export volume, marking a significant achievement in an industry that has seen global exports multiply by ten over the past decade.

September 24 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Chilean cherry production set for a 6.8% increase in 2024-25

As the export volume continues to rise, the pressure on Chilean producers and exporters to meet harvest and packing demands intensifies.

August 22 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Washington apple production returning to normalcy

"Our domestic and foreign customers can expect the flavor, size, color, and overall high quality that make Washington apples famous," said Washington State Tree Fruit Association President Jon DeVaney.

August 20 , 2024