But most of all, I enjoy the first batch of berries sent to my market. There is nothing like a batch of warm homemade blueberry muffins or sliced strawberries served from a chilled bowl with a dollop of yogurt. Above and beyond how great they look on your table, berries are full of nutrition and should definitely be on your market list. Because there are so many berries to choose from, your menus will never be boring. Let's look at the various berries and their nutritional qualities.
Blueberries are one of the few fruits indigenous to North America.
They are currently grown in 30 states. A and C. Choose berries that are firm, uniform in size, and indigo blue in color with a silvery frost. Use blueberries within five days of purchase. Choose berries that are uncrushed and free of mold and stem caps in boxes that are not stained or leaking. Raspberries are best eaten within one or two days of purchase.