Buy what fruitsWhat's in season at Singapore fruit stalls, and which country to look for.

Blueberries

蓝莓 · beri biru

Blueberries in October (this month)

Look for Australia, Peru, South Africa, Zimbabwe

These origins are in fresh-crop season. China, Mexico are stored fruit.

USAChinaAustraliaPeruChileSouth AfricaMexicoZimbabwe
Fresh cropStored / lateNot shipping
Fresh crop now (4)
AU
AustraliaCoffs Harbour (NSW), Tasmania
Fresh crop
Southern highbush, Eureka
New crop, harvest 2 months in
New South Wales Aug–Nov, then Tasmania into summer.
PE
PeruLa Libertad, Lambayeque
Fresh crop
Biloxi, Ventura, jumbo blueberries (Ozblu, Sanlucar)
New crop, harvest 1 month in
Aug–Jan, peaking Sep–Dec. Now the world's biggest blueberry exporter.
ZA
South AfricaWestern Cape, Limpopo
Fresh crop
Southern highbush, jumbo blueberries
New crop, harvest 1 month in
Aug–Dec. Branded jumbo berries (such as BerryWorld) come from here.
ZW
ZimbabweMashonaland
Fresh crop
Southern highbush (Driscoll's)
New crop, harvest 2 months in
Jul–Oct, mostly air-freighted.
Stored or late season (2)
CN
ChinaYunnan
Stored
Southern highbush
Early season, limited supply
Harvest Nov–Apr, with first small lots in late October. Fills the gap when Peru winds down. Singapore is the biggest Southeast Asian buyer; Driscoll's sells Yunnan jumbo blueberries here.
MX
MexicoJalisco, Michoacán
Stored
Biloxi, Ventura
Early season, limited supply
Oct–May, peaking in the Northern winter.
Skip this month (2)
US
USAWashington, Oregon, Michigan
Off season
Duke, Bluecrop, Draper
Not shipping now
Jun–Sep. The main Northern summer supply.
CL
ChileBiobío, Ñuble
Off season
Legacy, Duke
Not shipping now
Nov–Mar.

How to pick at the shelf

  • ColourDeep blue with a silvery bloom.
  • FeelFirm and dry.
  • ShakeBerries should roll freely, with no juice stains.

At home

KeepFridge
Lasts1–2 weeks

Keep dry and unwashed in the punnet. The silvery bloom protects the berries.

Also on shelves

Other brand names you may see. We don't track their seasons yet.

  • Driscoll'sChina, ZimbabweSells jumbo blueberries from China in 200 g packs.
  • BerryWorldSouth AfricaJumbo blueberries.
  • OzbluPeruJumbo blueberries.
  • SanlucarPeru, South AfricaJumbo blueberries.
  • AgroberriesNot statedPremium blueberries in 125 g packs.
Buying tips (3)
  • Blueberries are around all year from somewhere: Peru Aug–Jan, Chile Nov–Mar, China in spring, the US in summer.
  • Look for a silvery bloom on the skin. It fades with handling and age.
  • Firm, dry berries keep a week in the fridge. Wash only right before eating.

Common questions

When is blueberries season in Singapore?
USA: Jun–Aug; China: Nov–Apr; Australia: Aug–Nov; Peru: Sep–Dec; Chile: Dec–Feb; South Africa: Sep–Nov; Mexico: Nov–Apr; Zimbabwe: Aug–Oct. Fresh-crop months by origin.
Which country's blueberries is best in October?
Look for Australia, Peru, South Africa, Zimbabwe.
How do I pick a ripe blueberries?
Colour: Deep blue with a silvery bloom. Feel: Firm and dry. Shake: Berries should roll freely, with no juice stains.
How should I store blueberries?
Fridge. Lasts 1–2 weeks. Keep dry and unwashed in the punnet. The silvery bloom protects the berries.

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