Industry Update
Caneberries, are a group of berries which grow on leafy canes in temperate regions of the world. They are some of the oldest known fruits and have been used throughout the centuries for subsistence as well as for medicinal purposes. It was in the early part of the nineteenth century that cultivated caneberry production developed in the United States, particularly on the West Coast and the state of Oregon.
The best known commercial caneberries are the red raspberry , black raspberry, Marionberry, Evergreen Blackberry, and Boysenberry.
Oregon, World-Leading Producer
The Willamette Valley of Oregon is a highly productive agricultural region and was actually a source of caneberries even before the settlers arrived. Endowed with ideal climatic and soil conditions, the Valley has proven to be one of the best terrain for cultivation of caneberries. Oregon, known as the "Caneberry Capital of the World," supplies 95% of the black raspberries, 85% of the blackberries, over 50% of the boysenberries, and 45% of the red raspberries harvested commercially in the United States.
A Quality Ingredient
Only 5% of the Oregon berry crop is marketed as fresh berries, while the remaining 95% is processed for year-round availability. Approximately 570 growers work closely with Oregon processors who operate some of the most technologically advanced facilities. Located in the center of the berry production area, Oregon suppliers offer the highest quality caneberry products to the food industry.
Oregon: At the Forefront of New Caneberry Development
Oregon has always been a leader in the area of improving and developing new varieties of raspberries, blackberries and Boysenberries. Oregon research institutions run one of the most successful caneberry breeding programs. The famous Willamette red raspberry, developed in Oregon, is now the most planted variety in the world. Another success is the Marionberry with its sweet/tart flavor.
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