New blueberry biofactory opens in Peru
Camposol has inaugurated a new biofactory in Chao, Virú (Trujillo), describing it as part of its broader strategy for genetic development and expansion into new crop areas. The facility covers 2,000 square meters and has an annual production capacity of up to 5 million blueberry plants.
The biofactory integrates in vitro and ex vitro propagation processes within one site. In vitro work includes the establishment and multiplication phases, using conventional methods alongside bioreactors to increase propagation efficiency and reduce production time. All methods follow traditional, non-GMO breeding techniques.
The ex vitro area uses European growth-chamber systems that allow precise control of temperature, humidity, CO₂, and lighting. These conditions are used to manage seedling acclimatization, including rooting, growth, and hardening, before plants move to the main nursery and then to production fields.
The facility is operated by a team with experience in tissue culture and plant biotechnology.
Camposol CEO Ricardo Naranjo said the biofactory will support the company’s capacity to develop and multiply its own plant material. He said the facility is intended to speed up the rollout of proprietary blueberry varieties that reflect market requirements.
According to the company, the increased production capacity will support plans to plant additional hectares using internal genetics and to replant certain existing areas with newer varieties. Camposol said its breeding program is ongoing and is expected to generate new varieties adapted to local growing conditions.
Naranjo said the biofactory gives the company more control over plant availability for its expansion plans and supports long-term operational consistency.
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