Global Plant Genetics and FD Berries have concluded a blueberry licensing and supply chain agreement for India. The new agreement will allow FD Berries to grow and licence to third-party growers, under contract some of the world’s very best evergreen and low chill blueberry genetics. FD Berries have made a substantial investment in tissue culture and nursery facilities of the most modern standards, allowing the highest quality plants to be introduced of the new varieties into the rapidly emerging market.
Rupert Hargreaves commented “Growers, retailers and consumers in India will have opportunities to have access to world class blueberry varieties which we feel will change the landscape for blueberries across India. Working with Sam Ahilan and his team on this project has been a pleasure and our combined strengths and FD Berries huge blueberry growing experience across many countries will be a real asset to the success of this new and exciting relationship.
The new blueberry varieties from Global Plant Genetics offer everything we as growers and shippers are looking for in terms of productivity, size, firmness, shelf life and most importantly flavour. Having seen this genetics portfolio in a number of locations I am convinced we will positively lead the blueberry sector in India, stated Sam Ahilan. FD Berries.
