Aronia Berries
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Aronia berries are very high in antioxidants. Certain varieties can be extremely astringent eaten out of hand. Many growers have attempted value-added products such as jelly, salsa, wine and juice, but aronias continue to struggle even in niche markets. They grow as a bush up to 5 feet and begin fruiting in their third year. Advantages include little pest pressure and the potential for machine harvesting.
Initial Costs
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Considerations:
- Fresh fruit palatability
- Processing
- Lack of market
Cream of the Crop Resources:
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