Horizon Farms
Organic Frozen Blueberries from Chile (1kg)
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Please note that this product is ACO Certified Organic in Australia, but is not Certified JAS Organic due to Japan's regulations about importing from countries other than the country of origin.
One full bag of 1kg (2.2lbs) of fresh frozen cultivated blueberries from Chile. No use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. GMO-free. All hand-picked, washed and individually flash-frozen (IQF) right after harvest for freshness. These berries are the cultivated regular blueberries that you usually see in the supermarkets.
Compared to wild blueberries (also available at Horizon Farms), cultivated blueberries are larger in size and are consistent in shape. Generally speaking, wild blueberries are the better choice, however, regular blueberries are the most available and therefore the most popular variety.
| 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. |
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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) - both in the country of origin and Japan. 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 | 16 x 9 x 30cm (6.2" x 3.5" x 11.8") |
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 | Cultivated blueberries |
| Packaging | Resealable food-grade aluminum pouch |
| Country of Origin | Chile |
| Importer | Horizon Farms, Inc. |
| Organic Certificates | ACO (Australian Certified Organic) Certification Number - 10817 |
| 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 | 100g serving size Energy: 51kcal Total Fat: 1g Carbohydrates: 5.7g Protein: 1g Sodium: 0mg |