Maine’s 2021 blueberry crop was valued at more than $80 million

May 12, 2022 03:33 PM

Maine blueberry growers had a big year in 2021!

USDA reports that the state produced 105 million pounds, valued at more than $80 million dollars.

That is nearly three times higher than the previous year. Growers attribute the success to good weather, especially after the drought in 2020.

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