Horizon Farms
Certified Organic Frozen Wild Blueberries from Canada (1kg)
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We are happy to announce that we have lowered the price of this product. By increasing the import volume and changing the packaging, we’ve reduced costs, and we’re passing those savings on to you. As part of this change, the packaging has shifted from a resealable aluminum bag to a non-zip plastic one. Rest assured, the blueberries inside are still the same high-quality, organic blueberries you know and love.
Please note, this product contains a mix of small and very small berries. Natural growing methods cause size variation based on weather conditions. You may also notice purple discoloration inside the package, which comes from the blueberry skins, and not from thawed juice. Rest assured, this does not impact the product's quality or safety.
These are not your regular cultivated blueberries. These are the better wild blueberries. 1kg (2.2lbs) of fresh frozen and 100% certified JAS organic from Canada. All hand-picked, washed and individually flash-frozen (IQF) right after harvest for freshness. No added sugars, no preservatives, no sweeteners, colorings, flavorings, sodium, refined starch, or any other additives.
Wild blueberries are true antioxidant bombs. They contain twice the antioxidant capacity compared to regular cultivated blueberries and are all-in-all the better choice. Wild blueberries are naturally low in fat and high in fiber. Also a great source of manganese. Is that it? No there is more, see how wild blueberries perform better than regular blueberries:
Antioxidant capacity |
Cultivated Blueberries: Recommended for sweets and cakes due to their uniform shape and sweetness. Fewer antioxidants than the wild variety, but still very nutritious. Wild Blueberries: Wild blueberries contain more antioxidants per serving due to a higher skin-to-pulp ratio and due to their smaller size. Forest-Picked Wild Blueberries: Bursting with anthocyanidins, vitamin C, vitamin E, manganese, and more, which make them exceptionally nutritious. |
Taste |
Cultivated Blueberries: Compared to other types, they have a sweet and milder taste. Wild Blueberries: Deeply sweet and sour. Forest-Picked Wild Blueberries: Very flavorful and considerably tart with a touch of sweetness. |
Size |
Cultivated Blueberries: Large in size and easy to eat as is. Wild Blueberries: Due to their small size and lack of moisture, each pack contains a larger amount of berries. Forest-Picked Wild Blueberries: Smaller and stronger in flavor, therefore very nice as a topping (such as yogurt, etc.) |
Performance | Wild blueberries hold their shape, texture, and color through baking and a variety of manufacturing processes. Also, smaller berries freeze better and therefore stay fresher. |
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About Certified Organic
This product is certified Japan Agricultural Standard Organic (JAS). Japan has one of the world's strictest organic certification standards. But what does certified organic mean when it comes to fruits and vegetables?
✔ Strictly tested for E Coli, coliforms, molds, yeasts as well as listeria and salmonella and therefore meets very high microbiological safety standards.
✔ Free of harmful synthetic chemical inputs such as fertilizer, pesticides or any food additives.
✔ Free of genetically modified seeds (non-GMO)
✔ The farmland and soil in use are free of any chemical treatments.
✔ Organic produce is heavily regulated. Producers and importers are checked and inspected by governmental bodies or certified third parties. Organic certification requires detailed bookkeeping and documentation for 100% traceability. "Certified organic" is a protected phrase and the use is legally restricted.
✔ Organic farming is more sustainable when it comes to holistic food production. The lack of harmful pesticides is better for the environment.
✔ Organic produce comes mostly from family-owned farms that own smaller acres of organic land.
It is also important to mention that organic produce is more cost-intensive. Organic farming has lower yields compared to conventional farming and is oftentimes more labor-intensive as well. Additionally, organic certification and audits require annual fees for producers, exporters, and importers resulting in higher prices for the end consumers.
Please note that non-GMO and chemical-free produce will often have a minor degree of defects; these may include individual differences like slight deformities, discoloration, and under/over ripeness. In rare cases there may be insect damage, scratches, or mold which cannot be seen during inspections. However, these are not harmful and can simply be removed. Thank you for your understanding.
Contents
Contents | 1 pack |
Weight | 1kg (2.2lbs) |
Package Dimensions | 30 x 23 x 2.5cm (11.8" x 9.0" x 1.0") |
Shipping & Handling
Shipping | Shipping and delivery is frozen |
Handling | Keep frozen below -18°C (0°F) |
Expiration | Check product label, usually more than 6 months. |
Details
Ingredients | Organic wild blueberries |
Packaging | Plastic food grade bag (not resealable) ※Package may differ depending on when it was put in stock |
Country of Origin | Canada |
Importer |
Horizon Farms, Inc. |
Organic Certificates | Organic Japan Agricultural Standard (JAS) - Certificate Number: OCO KOW-03081202 |
Other | Please note that there may be some loss in shape, insect bites, scratches, or mold on the inside that cannot be seen during visual inspections, but they are not harmful and can be removed. Thank you for your understanding. |
Nutritional Facts | Based on 1 cup, 100g serving size ※These are only approximate values. Please refer to product label. Calories: 49kcal Protein: 0.5g Total Fat: 0.1g Total Carbohydrate: 12.9g Sodium: 0mg Vitamin C: 9mg |