Source: NCSU COLLEGE OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES, 6/16/22

Some serious behind-the-scenes science takes place at the NC State Horticultural Crops Research Station in Castle Hayne, where dedicated researchers are on an ongoing quest to improve the state’s blueberry crop. They plant acres of blueberries, breeding for new varieties that produce higher yields, have improved disease and cold resistance, and have superior flavor. Each growing season, taste tests are conducted and data is studied to evaluate the most promising plants.

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