Tag: Cranberry

Contrary to popular belief, cranberries don’t grow in water (picture those two Ocean Spray guys standing knee-deep in a bog full of cranberries). Instead, they grow on vines in wetland conditions, and the wetlands are then usually flooded at harvest time. Why do cranberries have to be in water? Cranberries have pockets of air inside […]

Cranberries and blueberries are praised for their potential health benefits, mainly attributed to polyphenols. The overall nutritional composition of cranberry and blueberries is not too far apart. However, cranberries contain lower sugars, more vitamin C, and a higher concentration of polyphenols. What is the difference between blueberry and cranberry? Although blueberry and cranberry belong to […]

Cranberries grow on the vines throughout the spring and summer. In the fall, there are two types of harvesting, wet and dry. About 90 percent of the entire cranberry crop is via wet harvesting. The berries picked during dry harvesting are those that end up fresh in your grocery store or farmer’s market. Are cranberries […]

The American cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon) is a particularly rich source of (poly)phenols, which have been associated in vitro with antibacterial, antiviral, antimutagenic, anticarcinogenic, antitumorigenic, antiangiogenic, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties (3, 7, 8). Why is cranberry not good for you? Potential Risks of Cranberry Juice Drinking too much sugar can cause upset stomach, diarrhea, and blood […]

three to five years. Propagation. Although cranberries can be grown from seed, you’ll need some patience as it can take three to five years for a seed-grown plant to produce fruit. How many cranberries do you get per plant? The average yield per plant is approximately 1 to 1.5 pounds, but may be as many […]

Wisconsin. Wisconsin–Cranberry Capital of the World. What’s the cranberry capital of the world? Bandon, The Cranberry Capital of the World. It may surprise some to learn that Bandon, with its temperateclimate and crashing surf, is an ideal place for growing cranberries, and it has grown to a center of production since the berries were first […]

The lowest-paid 10 percent of wage earners received less than $358. The highest-paid 10 percent received more than $1,735 per week. How profitable is cranberry farming? Roughly 60 percent of the U.S. cranberry crop is produced in Wisconsin, generating close to US$1 billion in revenue and 4,000 jobs. Who is the largest producer of cranberries? […]

Although cranberries are native to North America, they are only grown in five states. Wisconsin is the top producer of cranberries, growing nearly half of all the country’s berries, followed by Massachusetts, which harvests about a third. The remaining production is in New Jersey, Washington and Oregon. Where in the world do cranberries grow? Most […]

The name “cranberry” derives from the Pilgrim name for the fruit, “craneberry”, so called because the small, pink blossoms that appear in the spring resemble the head and bill of a Sandhill Crane. What fruit is a cranberry? What Are Cranberries? Cranberries are small, hard, round, red fruits with a flavor that many describe as […]

The answer is a definite Yes. Cranberries are man-made in the sense that humans performed selective breeding to influence and cultivate cranberries. Are cranberries man-made? Pilgrims and Indians alike hand-picked wild cranberries around Cape Cod for the first Thanksgiving. Today, most are grown in man-made bogs and harvested by the billions, with the help of […]

Cranberries are a symbol of bounty and gratitude. Moreover, the color cranberry is associated with boldness, courage, and action, primarily by association with the color red. In many ways, cranberry can also represent being passionate and intense, as well as having the energy and vitality to push boundaries and limits. What color is cranberry red? […]

3 years. Quick Reference Growing Guide Plant Type: Woody, perennial berry plant Moderate Hardiness (USDA Zone): 2-7 Frost, flooding Season: April – November Loose, rich Exposure: Full sun 4.0-4.4 (acidic) Time to Maturity: 3 years Well-draining How do you know if a cranberry is ripe? Good berries for picking should be firm to the touch […]

Choosing Fresh Cranberries A fresh cranberry will be shiny and plump and have a deep red color; the deeper the color the more highly concentrated the beneficial compounds are. Truly fresh cranberries are quite firm to the touch and will bounce if you drop them. What should I look for when buying cranberries? Purchasing Cranberries […]

To tell if a cranberry is ripe you can use the bounce test. Literally drop the cranberry on a hard surface like a cutting board and see if it bounces. Cranberries are ripe when they are supple rather than firm or soft. Do not bounce every cranberry you want to use, just bounce a few […]

Ripe cranberries should be slightly opaque with a scarlet or fire-engine red color. If the berries are coral, golden, maroon or deep purple they are more than likely overripe. How can you tell if a cranberry is ripe? Good berries for picking should be firm to the touch and a red to dark crimson color. […]

Before being harvested and sold, an individual cranberry must be able to bounce at least four inches high to make sure it is not too ripe. Are cranberries bouncy? The most interesting property of cranberries is their ability to bounce. If you drop a fresh, ripe whole cranberry it will bounce. Old or damaged berries […]

Anthocyanins in cranberry juice may help reduce hardening of the arteries. Several studies also show that cranberry juice may help reduce the chance of heart disease by improving cholesterol levels and lowering blood pressure. Does cranberry juice thin your blood? Drinking cranberry juice or taking cranberry supplements can help prevent blood clots by acting as […]

Cranberry’s cholesterol-lowering effects The juice in cranberries appear to have benefits for those who want to lower their LDL “bad” cholesterol. In fact, a long-term study by the American Chemical Society found the antioxidants in cranberries also appeared to help raise HDL “good” cholesterol as well. Is cranberry bad for high cholesterol? Among the health […]

For example, walnuts, sunflower seeds and dried cranberries have been noted for their melatonin contents (9Trusted Source). Yogurt is an excellent source of calcium. Do cranberries help you sleep? For instance, cranberries are high in Vitamin C which can actually help improve sleep. According to research, lower intake levels of Vitamin C are associated with […]

Cranberry juice and cranberry extracts are likely safe for most adults. Drinking too much cranberry juice might cause some side effects such as mild stomach upset and diarrhea in some people. How much cranberry is too much? Avoid drinking more than 1 liter (34 ounces) of cranberry juice daily over a long period of time. […]