Maine's wild blueberry industry taps Japan to expand sales
Exports of Maine’s frozen wild blueberries to Japan have declined as a result of a tariff that favors competitors like Canada and the European Union.
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Exports of Maine’s frozen wild blueberries to Japan have declined as a result of a tariff that favors competitors like Canada and the European Union.
The state's 2022 crop was valued at $55.5 million, a decrease from $80.3 million in 2021. Experts say the fluctuations are increasing and a result of climate change.
The state's 2022 crop was valued at $55.5 million, a decrease from $80.3 million in 2021. Experts say the fluctuations are increasing and a result of climate change.
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