When Are Blueberries Ripe? Take It From The Blueberry Growers

Written by Darren Sinn, VP of Supply Chain and Operations for Berry Fresh You grab a blueberry that looks perfect. Deep blue, nice and round. You pop it in your mouth and it’s so tart your whole face reacts. The next one from the same clamshell? Sweet as can be. The difference almost always […]
The Science Behind the Blackberry Genetics That Create Our Sweet Karoline Blackberries

If you’ve ever taken a bite of a Sweet Karoline® blackberry and thought, “Wait… why is this so sweet?” you’re not alone. These berries have a way of surprising people in the best way possible. They’re juicy, rich, and just the right amount of indulgent. But here’s the fun part. That sweetness isn’t by chance. […]
What Is the Brix Scale, and What’s It Have to Do With Sweet Karoline Blackberries?

If you think all blackberries are basically the same, Sweet Karoline® is here to change your mind. One bite and you’ll notice it right away; these berries are sweeter, juicier, and just a little more indulgent than what you might be used to. Why is that? An excellent genetics program and a high rating on […]
The Tangy Truth About Berries

Berries might be small, but they sure know how to make a bold first impression. That sweet, tart, tangy bright pop of flavor is what makes them so crave-worthy. The natural tartness in blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries is a fundamental part of their brilliant flavor, and more importantly, a sign of their powerful nutritional profile. […]