The first berry business forum in Serbia

The first Berry Business Forum was held in Serbia on October 6 and the conference covered all topics of interest for growers: market trends, breeder's rights, climate change and finance opportunities. It was a knowledge sharing event and a networking opportunity for all participants. mrs. Julka Toskic, from the organization Serbia does Fruits presented the latest berry export figures covering first eight months of 2021 (See table below). Serbia is famous for its raspberry production but other berries are also gaining importance. Blueberry orchards recorded increases in the last five years since blueberries are easier in post-harvest manipulation and have longer shelf life. Serbian farmers are skillful growers but circumstances for berry farming are changing due to global climate change, and to the new market demands, changing consumers preferences, etc. Therefore, the transfer of knowledge and continuous education has been identified as necessary by the growers themselves. It was ...