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National Blueberry Month<\/h1><\/div>
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More about blueberries in the United States<\/h3><\/div>
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Production<\/h3><\/div>

The United States is the largest producer of blueberries in the world. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) data, in 2020, the U.S. produced approximately 713 million pounds (323,435 metric tons) of blueberries.<\/p>\n

The top blueberry-producing states in the U.S. include Michigan, Oregon, Washington, Georgia, and California. These states have favorable climates and conditions for blueberry cultivation.<\/p>\n

Wild Blueberries: Apart from cultivated blueberries, the U.S. is also home to wild blueberries. Maine is particularly famous for its wild blueberries, and the state produces a significant portion of the country’s wild blueberry crop.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Consumption<\/h3><\/div>

Blueberries are widely enjoyed by Americans. In 2020, the per capita consumption of blueberries in the United States was around 1.6 pounds (0.73 kilograms) per person.<\/p>\n

Economic Value:<\/em> Blueberries are economically significant. According to the USDA, the farm gate value of blueberry production in the United States was approximately $931 million in 2020.<\/p>\n

Health Benefits:<\/em> Blueberries are known for their health benefits. They are a rich source of antioxidants, dietary fiber, and vitamins C and K. Blueberries have been linked to various health benefits, including improved brain function, reduced risk of heart disease, and enhanced digestion.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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International Trade<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

The United States is also a major exporter of blueberries. In 2020, the U.S. exported approximately 212 million pounds (96,162 metric tons) of blueberries, with Canada being the largest market.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Blueberry Festivals:<\/strong> Blueberries are celebrated across the country with various festivals. Some notable blueberry festivals include the National Blueberry Festival in Plymouth, Indiana, and the Blueberry Festival in South Haven, Michigan.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Blueberry Research:<\/strong> The U.S. has several research institutions dedicated to blueberry cultivation and research. For example, the University of Florida’s Gulf Coast Research and Education Center focuses on developing new blueberry cultivars and improving production techniques.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Frozen Blueberries:<\/strong> Frozen blueberries are a popular option for consumers. In 2020, the United States produced approximately 382 million pounds (173,729 metric tons) of frozen blueberries.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":7719,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[207,205,1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-7672","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-crops","category-federal-products","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nNational Blueberry Month -<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Learn ten amazing fact about blueberries in America while we celebrate National Blueberry Month!\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link 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