IN SEASON NOW
Juicy, sweet, and tart berries are at their most delicious and affordable right now. Try them in appetizers, mains, and desserts, or enjoy as a nutrient-packed snack.
BERRIES
of your daily recommended intake of vitamin C is in 1 cup of fresh blackberries. They also have some of the highest levels of antioxidants in any food. These antioxidants have been shown to reduce the risk of certain cancers and boost brain health.
50%
OFF THE GROUND
Many strawberry farmers are using the tabletop method—growing plants in water on long, chest-high tables rather than in soil in the ground. This makes strawberries easier to harvest and keeps farmers from having to add lots of chemicals to the soil.
Miracle bery
In ancient Rome, strawberries were used as a treatment for all kinds of ailments, from depression to fainting spells. It was likely their high vitamin C content that helped the sick feel better.
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In the 1950s, Scotland was a major grower of raspberries. The berries became so beloved in England
that harvests were sent straight to London on a steam train called the Raspberry Special.
FRESH, FROZEN, OR FREEZE-DRIED?
Enjoy fresh berries on their own, in fruit salads, or atop yogurt or cereal. Frozen, thawed berries are best for smoothies, fruit crisps, and berry sauces.
Try blending freeze-dried berries into a powder for flavoring frosting or cream cheese.
Famous in Maine
Maine is renowned for its native wild blueberries, which are smaller and more intensely flavored than regular blueberries. Many towns across the state have big blueberry festivals in late summer.
6,000 HOW TO
STORE
Delicate raspberries and blackberries do best in the container they came in: The holes provide air circulation to help them stay fresh. If needed, gently pat them dry with paper towels (rinse just before eating).
The number of blueberries a single blueberry bush can produce in a season, usually from early June through August. Look for farms in your area that let you pick your own—a fun activity for the whole family.
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