Bloom Fresh™ has acquired Inka's Berries breeding program. Inka's Berries, founded in Peru, is a blueberry breeding program responsible for creating premium varieties such as Abril Blue+ and Alessia Blue+ together with an extensive pipeline of new blueberry selections in development that can play a major role in the future of food security. Their no-chill requirements give them adaptability to diverse growing conditions. As well as operating and growing in the lead market of Peru, Inka's Berries varieties have already begun to expand to countries in South America, Europe, and Africa.
"The breeding program is unique in its ability to cultivate blueberries in new regions and geographies," says Josep Estiarte, Bloom Fresh CEO.
The berries' no-chill requirements give them adaptability to diverse growing conditions.
"Inka's Berries varieties are positioned to transform the presence of blueberries in Peru and around the world," says Carlos Gereda Cornejo, founder & chairman of Inka's Berries. "We feel that now is the perfect time to partner with a forward-thinking company like Bloom Fresh to expand the footprint and accelerate the impact of our blueberry program worldwide."
The company is dedicated to the development of new fruit varieties using natural breeding techniques, developing disease-resistant, climate change-resilient fruit varieties that enhance the consumer experience while promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
The acquisition strengthens the Bloom Fresh's ambition of increasing fruit consumption worldwide by offering premium, high-quality varieties that can be grown in diverse climates. This move also aligns with the company's sustainability goals, focusing on providing solutions to some of the major challenges facing the fruit industry such as climate change and food waste.
Inka's Berries varieties have already begun to expand to countries in South America, Europe, and Africa.
"The integration of Inka's Berries into the Bloom Fresh portfolio is a testament to our commitment to innovation and sustainability," says Alvaro Muñoz, CEO of Amfresh™ Group, the majority stakeholder and primary owner of Bloom Fresh. "These no-chill blueberry varieties offer a glimpse of the future—where agriculture can adapt and thrive even in the most challenging climates. We are excited to expand our grower base and scale partnerships with retailers worldwide. We are dedicated to empowering our teams, respecting and acting as true stewards of nature, and advancing with operational excellence. With every step, we continue to nurture the next generation of talent, building a future where fresh, healthy, and sustainable food is accessible to all."
"We are impressed by what this team has accomplished. They have built a truly unique no-chill breeding program," says Carl Johan Renström, a partner in EQT Future's Advisory Team, an investor in Bloom Fresh. "These no-chill varieties will become accessible to growers, retailers, and consumers worldwide at an accelerated pace."
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