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Freezing Tips for all Fruits

General Freezing Instructions for Fruits: Please be aware that fruits are 80% or more water. When frozen, the water expands, and the cell wall breaks, thus changing the texture. Upon thawing, the texture will be mushy. Keep this in mind … Continue reading

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Tips for Selection and Storage of Blackberries

Pick only ripe blackberries; these are black all over with no red drupelets. A gentle tug will release the blackberry from the stem. Handle blackberries gently; they are fragile. There is no need to wash blackberries before either using or … Continue reading

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Selection and Storage of Blueberries

Pick Blueberries that are blue all over – do NOT select ones that have a greenish-white spot on the bottom; they are not ripe. Blueberries should be stored unwashed in an open container in the refrigerator. Stored at room temperature, … Continue reading

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