The U.S. Blueberry Industry

Diane Bertelsen, Joy Harwood and Glenn Zepp

No 278798, Staff Reports from United States Department of Agriculture, Economic Research Service

Abstract: U.S. blueberry output from the six major blueberry-producing States in 1992-94 averaged nearly 192 million pounds per year, including Maine's wild blueberry output. The largest concentration of cultivated blueberry production is located in Michigan and New Jersey, with substantial production in North Carolina, Oregon, and Washington. Blueberry production in these States has risen nearly 70 percent since the early 19805. Maine Provided nearly half of the processed blueberries in 1992-94, while Michigan accounted for one-fourth. New Jersey and Michigan provided the most fresh blueberries. Per capita consumption of fresh blueberries increased about 40 percent since the early 1980s and frozen consumption more than doubled. U.S.-grown blueberries are typically marketed from May through September. Prices show a very pronounced seasonal pattern, with the, lowest prices at mid-season.

Keywords: Crop Production/Industries; Demand and Price Analysis; International Relations/Trade (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 46
Date: 1995-12
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DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.278798

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