Welcome to the Blackberry and Raspberry Growers Information Portal. This Web site is designed as a one-stop shop to provide commercial growers, home gardeners and Extension agents with comprehensive information about blackberries and raspberries, including management, production, weather and marketing materials. Special thanks to the N.C. Tobacco Trust Fund Commission for its support in the development of this resource.
Featured Resource
NC 430 Blackberry Cultivar
NC 430 is the latest promising blackberry cultivar from the N.C. State University small fruit breeding program. The new berry produced fruit late in the season during production trials and was distinct for its sweet flavor, small seeds and low acidity.
Faculty Spotlight
Dr. Gina Fernandez
Dr. Gina Fernandez has led the raspberry and blackberry breeding program at N.C. State University since 2004. She is developing new varieties of both berries — such as the ‘Nantahala’ raspberry — and working to strengthen existing varieties. Paired with new production systems, the new varieties could make the berries available year-round.
Blackberry & Raspberry Seasonal Checklist (Spring 2012)
This checklist was developed for blackberry growers in North Carolina. Many of the items apply to raspberry production as well. Growers may have to adjust their work activities either earlier or later depending on your location.
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