Blackberries

Blackberry and Dewberry: Biology and Control

Brent Sellers, Pratap Devkota, and Jason Ferrell

The Blackberry

Peter C. Andersen

Chemical Budbreak Induction Methods to Increase Blackberry Yields under Inadequate Chilling Conditions

Shinsuke Agehara and Syuan-You Lin

Blackberry production has recently expanded to the Southeast. In Florida, inadequate winter chill limits blackberry production by causing poor and erratic budbreak. To compensate, we developed chemical budbreak induction methods based on the field trial data collected over 3 growing seasons. This new 4-page article provides guidelines for the budbreak induction methods, with the aim of supporting the development of subtropical blackberry production. Written by Shinsuke Agehara and Syuan-You Lin.

Choosing the Right Blackberry Cultivar in Subtropical Florida

Shinsuke Agehara, Syuan-You Lin, and Zhanao Deng

A UF/IFAS numbered peer reviewed Fact Sheet. Published by Plant Systems

How to Build a Blackberry Trellis System: A Complete Guide

Muhammad A. Shahid, Shahid Iqbal, and Ali Sarkhosh

Blackberry (Rubus spp.) is a deciduous fruit crop. The fruit are usually small, round, and dark purple to black. Blackberry fruit is comprised of multiple drupelets that cluster together to form a berry, which has a glossy appearance when matured. Blackberries have a complex flavor profile that blends sweetness and acidity, and taste may vary depending on the variety and maturity stage. They are rich in nutrients, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Blackberries are best grown in sub-tropical to temperate climates. Blackberry is a new emerging fruit crop in Florida, where they are harvested in May-June. There are several varieties, some of which are native to Florida. This publication aims to provide a general overview of the importance of trellis, different types of trellis, and their installation in blackberry production for county and state Extension faculty, growers, homeowners, and students interested in growing blackberries in Florida.

Blackberries in Florida may become even more nutritious in the future

Brad Buck

Blackberries are already known for their health benefits, and someday, they might provide even more antioxidants than the ones you buy now, say University of Florida researchers. UF/IFAS researchers are trying to breed and grow blackberries, which ripen in April, May and June in the Sunshine State. In a new study, scientists found metabolites that […]

The Beauty of Blackberries

Amanda Quintos

Do you have a favorite fruit? Without a doubt, blackberries would be one of mine. Their sharp, sometimes bittersweet flavors and unique textures offer a cool and refreshing counterpoint to the infamous heat of the Florida summer. However, for all of my delight surrounding the return of blackberries, I know relatively little else about them. […]

MEDIA ALERT: Come to Florida Ag Expo; learn about hops, other emerging crops and artificial intelligence

Brad Buck

WHAT: Tour a hops yard. Find out how artificial intelligence helps farmers. Discover how UF/IFAS will help growers use fewer nutrients. Find out how plant breeding can help growers avoid diseases – all at this year’s Florida Ag Expo. The Expo, one of the largest in the state, will highlight the latest in technology and […]