캐나다 신선 블루베리 수입 시장 (6월, 2022)

The California blueberry market is facing a 15% reduction in production due to spring frost and hail, with farms expected to harvest 55 million pounds, down from the projected 65 million. Weather conditions varied across the state, with some areas escaping damage and others experiencing total crop loss. The U.S. is projecting a 13.2% increase in the total highbush blueberry market for the 2022-23 season, reaching 1.5 billion pounds. California exports about 25% of its crop, with Canada and Taiwan as the main destinations. The industry is looking to expand globally, including new market access to Chile and potentially South Korea, while advancements in mechanization could help lower labor costs.