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Produce Tips
Blueberries
- When the Pilgrims arrived in 1620, the abundance of wild blueberries growing near Plymouth rock helped nourish them. Today the same Massachusetts soil is still producing the plumpest, bluest, sweetest berries in the country. Native blueberries are available at roadside stands, farmers' markets and selected food stores. There are also many locations across the state where you can pick your own berries. The season for fresh local blueberries begins early July and ends at the beginning of September.
- Varieties of blueberries that are more commonly grown in Massachusetts
are Berkley, Bluecrop, Coville and Earliblue. These varieties yield berries
of good size, color and flavor. They are also ideal for freezing.
- When picking or buying blueberries, your best indicating of quality is
a dark blue color with a silvery bloom, which is natural protective waxy
coating.
- Store berries covered and
unwashed in the refrigerator. Wash berries just before using and use
within one week.
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