Demand for blueberries in the UK is shifting from traditional suppliers toward Eastern Europe due to a failed Spanish season. Poland has stabilized production despite May frosts, while Ukrainian berries are complementing the market.

Polish blueberry plantations were affected by frosts that damaged green fruit, which is more vulnerable than blossoms. However, due to the wide geographical distribution of farms, the overall harvest was only slightly lower than last year’s. In 2024, Poland exported 26,000 tons of blueberries, a 17% increase from 2023. Meanwhile, imports from Ukraine increased to 3,100 tons.

Active sales are expected to continue from late June to mid-August, with produce from Serbia, Romania, Germany, the Netherlands, and Poland entering the market during this period.

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