Agronometrics in graphics: Adverse weather affects blueberry production in Chile

In this installment of the "Agronometrics in Charts" series, Sarah Ilyas reviews the status of the blueberry season in Chile. Each week, the series examines a different horticultural product, focusing on a specific origin or theme and visualizing the market factors driving change. Blueberry production begins in November and concludes in March of the following year, coinciding with the cool winter months, characterized by the abundance of cold hours. The cultivation of blueberries, known for its resistance and greater viability after harvest compared to other berries such as raspberries and blackberries, has become a highly sought after option for exporters. Increased competition, especially from Peru, has intensified market dynamics, limiting profits and preventing the expansion of cultivated areas in the last three seasons. Other issues, such as high transportation costs, compliance with U.S. regulations requiring methyl bromide fumigation, and rising labor costs following the ...