The Ruby-Red Berry You’ve Been Missing: Why Red Currants Are Worth the Pick

The Ruby-Red Berry You’ve Been Missing: Why Red Currants Are Worth the Pick

Red currants may be small, but they deliver big flavor, beautiful color, and impressive nutrition. Long prized in Europe and increasingly rediscovered by American home cooks and bakers, these glossy red berries are a seasonal favorite for jams, desserts, sauces, and fresh eating. At Nourse Farm, pick-your-own red currants give visitors a chance to harvest this specialty berry at peak freshness—something that’s hard to find in grocery stores.

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The Berry That Built a Season: Raspberries and Local Farming

The Berry That Built a Season: Raspberries and Local Farming

Few fruits capture the flavor of summer quite like raspberries. Bright, tender, and bursting with sweet-tart flavor, raspberries are a seasonal favorite for fresh eating, baking, and preserving. Beyond their taste, these delicate berries carry a long agricultural history and offer impressive health benefits—making them one of the most cherished fruits of the growing season.

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