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Tasmanian blueberries hit the market after a late start

Published Jan 17, 2025

Tridge summary

Tasmania's blueberry season is in full swing, with high volumes and good quality fruit. The state is the second largest producer of blueberries in Australia, accounting for about 11% of the country's production. The cool, temperate climate slows down the growth, resulting in highly flavourful fruit. Both open fields and tunnels are used for cultivation, and the sweet and tasty fruit is primarily consumed domestically. Consumers who choose Tasmanian-grown blueberries are not only getting the best product but also supporting the local farming community.
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Tasmania’s blueberry season is in full swing, after a somewhat late start but with high volumes and good quality fruit. Supply of the fruit typically runs from late December through to March, with peak production from early January through to mid-February. Tru Blu Berries in the Huon Valley has been growing blueberries in the Australian state for more than 40 years and is one of the pioneers of the industry in Tasmania. Sharon Keetch, who runs the family farm with her brother Damien Clark, told Fruit Growers Tasmania that the state “produces the most flavourful blueberries”. “Our cool, temperate climate and slower growing conditions make for excellent flavour. It’s great to be able to offer fresh, locally grown blueberries to the Tasmanian community,” she said. While New South Wales is the country’s leading producer of blueberries, Tasmania is in second place. Last season Tasmanian farmers produced about 2,200 tonnes, which is about 11% of Australia's production, which is destined ...
Source: MXfruit
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