Blueberry

Our customers use blueberries because they offer a powerful combination of flavor, color, and health appeal. Blueberries have a naturally sweet and slightly tart taste that works well in products like baked goods, cereals, beverages, and dairy items. Their deep blue-purple color, derived from anthocyanins, makes them valuable as a natural coloring agent while also supporting antioxidant-related health claims. Blueberries are commonly processed into purees, concentrates, dried forms, and powders, which extend shelf life and make them easier to incorporate into large-scale manufacturing. Additionally, they are associated with benefits like brain and heart health, allowing companies to market products as functional or “superfood”-based, aligning with consumer demand for nutritious, natural ingredients.

Blueberry can be supplied as organic upon request

Available From

Our Blueberry is sourced from the earth's prime growing regions. Contact us to learn more.

Available As

We supply Blueberry in many different formats. Contact us to learn more.

Harvest Seasons

Blueberries grow in the Southern hemisphere from January to September and in the Northern hemisphere from June to October.

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About Blueberry

From Morning Muffins to Midnight Snacks

Hailed as a “superfood,” blueberries are small, round berries that grow on shrubs in the genus Vaccinium and are native to North America. They have a deep blue to purple skin with a pale green interior and are known for their juicy texture. Blueberries grow best in acidic soils and are typically harvested in the summer months, although different varieties allow for extended growing seasons. They can be eaten fresh and are also commonly frozen shortly after harvest to preserve quality. Blueberries have been consumed for centuries and were historically an important food source for Indigenous peoples in North America.

The Brothers International

Quality Promise

Brothers International and its 4 divisions, Brothers Ingredients, Dennick Fruit Source, Hosh International and Food Partners, are trusted global importers of premium Blueberry ingredients to major food and beverage manufacturers in North America. We deliver consistent quality and supply across every format the industry demands. Our Blueberry is sourced from the earth's prime growing regions where farming expertise, climate and soil composition come together to produce Blueberry of exceptional caliber. All of our suppliers undergo a rigorous vetting process to ensure we work with only the highest-quality processors and can fully guarantee traceability, sustainability, and compliance with all international regulations.

Each of our divisions has a specialized operations team to manage shipments and coordinate with customers and suppliers. They work closely with our in-house customs team to ensure efficient clearance, and collaborate with the USDA and FDA to maintain full regulatory compliance. This ensures your Blueberry ingredients move seamlessly through every stage of import, arriving on time and ready for production with complete confidence. With decades of sourcing expertise and a strong commitment to customer success, you can count on Brothers International to deliver the premium Blueberry ingredients your products require.

Certifications

As a leader in sourcing organic ingredients, we work closely with our suppliers to ensure full traceability, sustainability and to ensure they comply with all international regulations for chemical residues and pesticides. We are Organic Certified and all our organic products are NOP certified and Kosher certified.

Brothers International Food Holdings is a proud member of the CUSTOMS – TRADE PARTNERSHIP AGAINST TERRORISM (C-TPAT) program. C-TPAT is a voluntary U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program that partners with businesses to strengthen supply chain security and reduce risks, including terrorism. For more information, visit www.cbp.gov

All our products are Kosher and GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) Certified. We can supply all of our products with Organic Certification and, if required, unpasteurized purées and juices.

We have joined the global movement to protect the environment and improve lives for farmers and workers around the world. We help farmers in developing countries builds sustainable businesses that positively influence their communities. Brothers International can assist you in sourcing Fair Trade Certified™ and Demeter (Bio-dynamic)™ ingredients.