A new legislative change to the berry-pickers' visas came into force on 17 February 2025. Under this law, pickers will arrive in Finland as seasonal workers with employment-related visas instead of tourist visas or work permits.
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Mar 20, 2025 10:27:09 AM
A new legislative change to the berry-pickers' visas came into force on 17 February 2025. Under this law, pickers will arrive in Finland as seasonal workers with employment-related visas instead of tourist visas or work permits.
by Polarica
Dec 17, 2024 5:20:35 PM
Working at Polarica is both fun and challenging. The company offers its employees a wide range of career paths to pursue and a host of fringe benefits. Kim Metiäinen is a great example of someone who has embraced these opportunities and advanced to more challenging roles in Polarica over the years.
by Polarica
Oct 21, 2024 9:30:00 AM
Steam is widely used across various industrial sectors in numerous product manufacturing processes. In the food industry, such as at Kaskein Marja’s production facility in Lappeenranta, steam is essential for processes like sterilization and pasteurization. Traditionally, steam has been produced...
by Polarica
Oct 17, 2024 10:13:38 AM
High-protein diets have long been celebrated for their health benefits. From fat loss to muscular growth, foods rich in protein have enjoyed strong demand from consumers across the globe. While it continues to be a favored macronutrient, protein is being increasingly complemented by an emphasis on...
by Polarica
Aug 5, 2024 6:00:00 AM
Every year, deep in the Nordic forests, Polarica’s wild berry harvest begins – a process that transforms wild berries into premium products. Let's take a closer look at the journey of Polarica's berries, from the moment they are hand-picked from the forest to their distribution to homes and...
by Polarica
Jul 8, 2024 9:00:00 AM
Wild berries are the true wonders of the forest. Sweet, healthy, and delicious, berries are a mainstay of the Nordic diet. While blueberries have received the most attention due to their nutritional benefits, little is known about the forest's hidden treasure: lingonberries.
by Polarica
Jul 1, 2024 4:51:14 PM
For many years now, Polarica has offered working opportunities to berry-pickers from Thailand. This was mostly done in cooperation with local Thai sub-contractors who were responsible for recruitment and basic level training in Thailand. This year, however, we decided to oversee the recruitment...
by Polarica
May 16, 2024 11:18:09 AM
Combating climate change requires stronger climate actions both in Finland and globally. Because calculating carbon footprint and reducing emissions is not enough, Polarica is undertaking voluntary climate actions aimed at accelerating the attainment of carbon neutrality.
by Polarica
May 14, 2024 1:21:31 PM
At Polarica Berry Group, innovation is our driving force. With a vision to pioneer new berry and fruit products, we are expanding our range while offering our clients healthy and tasty alternatives. We are also dedicated to strengthening our footprint in the Nordics, Baltic states, and Poland, with...
by Polarica
Apr 12, 2024 3:06:21 PM
At Polarica, we pride ourselves on sourcing the best mangoes from various places, ensuring that each fruit arrives at your table in the best possible condition. The journey of Polarica's mangoes — from cultivation to consumption — is detailed below.
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