Raspberries

History History The black raspberry is from North America, and the red raspberry if from Asia Minor and grown in Europe. Today The red raspberry is grown in the United States, because it is more cold-tolerant, less prone to diseases, and higher yielding. Black raspberries are usually grown in home gardens or small retail farms. Purple and yellow raspberries have small production. Source: Fruits and Tree Nuts, Economic Research Service, USDA Raspberries Farmers Reiter Affiliated Companies Reiter Affiliated Companies is a family-owned organization which is committed to maintaining a family-like atmosphere. Complementing the family spirit, ownership relies on and rewards strong leaders to voice their opinion and provide strategic input. More... Season, Ripeness and Storage State Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Arizona                         California                         In-Season   Season The raspberry season ranges from April to November. Ripeness Fresh raspberries are red in color, have shine, and a hollow center. Pick raspberries that are dry and unblemished. Juice in the package may indicate mold or crushed berries. Avoid raspberries that are watery, wrinkled, or mushy. Storage It is important to eat raspberries as soon as possible after purchase. They are delicate and highly perishable. If stored in the refrigerator in a dry, sealed contatiner, they may last up to a week.