Since the early 2000s, U.S. blueberry demand has doubled as consumer awareness of associated health benefits has grown. As a result, the blueberry industry has documented a fourfold increase in nationwide plantings, with full production expected to reach the market …
Questions to Ask at a Nursery
Blueberry growers who plan to buy plants from nurseries should arrive with a list of questions to ask. Here are some questions to help you get started:
- What are the best blueberry cultivars for my area?
- When should I plant
Marketing Blueberries
Blueberries may be marketed at roadside stands, at pick-your-own operations, at on-farm sales or at farmer’s markets. There also are well-established wholesale markets for both fresh and frozen blueberries.
In general, returns to growers are usually higher for fresh berries. …