AVA™ Berries is proud to announce that it has been named a finalist in the prestigious Innovation Excellence category at the FPC Fresh Awards 2026, in recognition of its breakthrough raspberry variety, AVA Monet.
The shortlist places AVA™ Berries among the leading innovators in the fresh produce industry, celebrating the company’s commitment to developing premium berry varieties that deliver exceptional benefits across the supply chain.
The judging panel praised the submission, describing it as:
“A purposeful and imaginative submission that was a genuine pleasure to read.”
The recognition highlights the innovation and expertise behind AVA Monet, a variety developed to meet the evolving needs of growers, retailers and consumers alike. Combining excellent flavour, strong performance and commercial appeal, AVA Monet reflects AVA Berries’ ongoing focus on breeding varieties that create value throughout the fresh produce sector.
The FPC Fresh Awards are widely regarded as one of the fresh produce industry’s most respected celebrations of excellence, recognising businesses and individuals that are driving progress, innovation and sustainability across the sector.
AVA Berries extends its congratulations and thanks to everyone who has contributed to this success and looks forward to celebrating with fellow finalists at the FPC Fresh Awards 2026 ceremony.
