In northern La Porte County, Indiana, Dean Ott oversees two blueberry farms, experiencing an abundant harvest of high-quality blueberries attributed to favorable weather conditions. Ott reports, "We've got plenty of blue on varieties that aren't normally blue this time of year," highlighting the unusual early ripeness of the berries. His farms, Stateline Blueberries and Blueberries of Indiana, cultivate a wide range of blueberry varieties, with Stateline growing 14 types and Blueberries of Indiana featuring nearly 100.
Despite the early onset of the season, Ott anticipates cooler weather to benefit late-season harvesters. The absence of two competing farms this year has led to increased demand for Ott's blueberries, enhancing business activity at his locations.
Source: alternatives-economiques.fr