Blueberry
Florida, the 5th largest blueberry producer in the US, grows about 24 million pounds of blueberries every year! A single berry bush can produce over 6,000 blueberries per year! Blueberries are known for their high vitamin C and fiber content.
Florida, the 5th largest blueberry producer in the US, grows about 24 million pounds of blueberries every year! A single berry bush can produce over 6,000 blueberries per year! Blueberries are known for their high vitamin C and fiber content.
How Does It Grow?
How Does It Grow?
Check out this video on blueberries from the How Does It Grow series. Learn about commercial production of this US native plant!
All About Blueberries
All About Blueberries
Learn how blueberries grow, how to use them, and what nutrition they provide in this kid friendly video.
Blueberry Breeding
Blueberry Breeding
Did you know the University of Florida is developing new varieties of blueberries for optimal growth in Florida? Check out this video to learn how the UF blueberry breeding program is run and how new varieties are developed!
Other Resources & Curriculum
Other Resources & Curriculum
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