Alpine Fresh touts organic Sweet Karoline blackberry season

Overview of blackberries in the U.S. market, complemented by charts from Agronometrics. Original published on April 22, 2025.

Harvesting for organic Sweet Karoline blackberries is underway, according to Alpine Fresh.

“We’re thrilled to see the first organic fruit hitting the market,” Alpine Fresh CEO Walter Yager said in a news release. “Our growers have done a phenomenal job, and we’re expecting strong, promotable volumes as we head into the end of April — just in time for Mother’s Day and Memorial Day promotions.”

Sweet Karoline blackberries boasts a high Brix level, the company says. The organic Sweet Karoline blackberries are marketed under Alpine Fresh’s Hippie Organics brand.

Source: USDA Market News via Agronometrics.
(Agronometrics users can view this chart with live updates here)

Source: USDA Market News via Agronometrics.
(Agronometrics users can view this chart with live updates here)

Peak volume is forecasted throughout May, according to Alpine Fresh, providing ample opportunity for the company’s retail and food service partners to feature Sweet Karoline’s organic blackberries in seasonal promotions, the release said. The organic season will continue through mid-June, offering a steady supply of flavorful fruit.

The conventional Sweet Karoline blackberry season has already been in motion, the company said.

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