Jul 5, 2024New Jersey Department of Agriculture celebrates National Blueberry Day at the beach
To celebrate National Blueberry Day on July 8, the New Jersey Department of Agriculture (NJDA) will distribute free Jersey Fresh blueberries at three popular shore locations: Wildwood, Atlantic City and Seaside Heights. The giveaway will start at 11:30 a.m. and continue until supplies last.
“We are excited that visitors to the Jersey Shore have this opportunity to sample Jersey Fresh blueberries during National Blueberry Day,” said NJDA Secretary Ed Wengryn. “This event has been very popular since starting in 2021, and we anticipate high demand for delicious Jersey Fresh blueberries.”
In 2023, blueberries were New Jersey’s top crop, with a production value of $92.1 million, according to the USDA’s National Agriculture Statistics Service. The state ranks among the top seven in the U.S. for blueberry production, harvesting 50 million pounds on 10,800 acres last year.
The National Blueberry Day promotion is organized in collaboration with the New Jersey Blueberry Industry Advisory Council. For more information on where to find Jersey Fresh blueberries and related recipes, visit FindJerseyFresh.com.
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