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Strong volumes of conventional and organic strawberries ahead

GOSHEN — The Elkhart County Parks and Recreation Department announced the winners of its 44th annual photography contest on Monday.

Late summer sees lower supplies of both blueberries and blackberries

Central Mexico ending strawberry season on strong note

Central Mexico ending strawberry season on strong note

Consumption continues to jump on raspberries

Logistics issues challenge movement of import blueberries

Domestic strawberry supplies catching up with better weather Like many commodities in California, strawberries have been contending with recent weather events. “Weather has played a significant role in this year’s domestic strawberry season,” says Alan Ediger, vice-president of sales for California Giant Berry Farms in Watsonville, CA. “Southern California strawberry growing areas began their season on time (January). However they experienced several weather events including severe rain...

California weather brings tight strawberry supplies this Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and that means that consumers are looking for strawberries. “Valentine’s Day presents a great opportunity to create recipe displays and merchandise with complimentary items such as chocolate dipping kits, sparkling cider or champagne, and flowers” says Kyla Oberman of California Giant Berry Farms. “It is a natural promotional opportunity for fresh stra...