Cropedia:Raspberry
Raspberry
Source: [1]
Scientific Name: Rubus idaeus or Rubus occidentalis, of the Rosaceae family [2]
There are two kinds of raspberries, red and black.
- Red berries are usually known as cane berries because they grow on 3 – 6 feet erect stalks with many short thorns.
- Black berries are domesticated forms grown in North America. In the Fraser Valley, there are ten different varieties of raspberries, common ones of which include the Meeker, Willamette, Qualicum, and Malahat [5].
Years grown at UBC Farm/LFSOG: a few years, more plants grown in 2007
Growing conditions
Raspberries grow best in climates with cool summers and moderate winters, and hardiness toward the cold is a key requirement for raspberry varieties [2]. It requires rich soil, plentiful rainfall and sun-filled summer days [5].
The plant yields fruit in its second year after planting. During harvesting season, raspberries must be picked every 3-4 days [5].
Seasonality
Raspberries can be available all year round if frozen. However, harvesting begins in July and is available until mid-August, peaking in mid-July [5].
Nutritional Information
| Nutrition Facts/Valeur Nutritive | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size: 130g (1 cup) | |
| Amount Per Serving | %Daily Value* |
| Calories 68 | |
| Total Fat 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 16g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.4g | 34% |
| Sugars 6g | |
| Protein 2g | |
| Vitamine A | 0% |
| Vitamine C | 100% |
| Calcium | 4% |
| Iron | 9% |
| * % Daily value based on a 2000 calorie diet | |
Information based on Canadian Nutrient File [1][4]
- antioxidant and antimicrobial protection – raspberries contain ellagic acid, prevents unwanted cell damage by neutralizing free radicals in the body [5]
- containing flavonoid products called anthocyanins – anthocyanins give raspberries their red colour and have antimicrobial ability, preventing overgrowth of certain bacteria and fungi [5]
- good source of vitamin B, manganese and vitamin D (two antioxidant nutrients that protect the body from oxygen-related damage) [5]
- source of riboflavin, folate, niacin, pantothenic acid and vitamin B6 [5]
Recipes
Dessert
Berry Tart from Simply Recipe
- Features raspberry, blueberry, and strawberry. A perfect summer treat!
Breakfast/Dish/Dessert
Check out BC Raspberry for all the selections!
Additional usage inventory
Storage
- Raspberries should be quickly refrigerated in plastic and fiber containers, covered and shipped fresh [5].
- Raspberries that are for processing should be washed, cleaned, sorted, then frozen by using IQF, put in blocks with juice, processed into purees, or made into juice or juice concentrate. The berries are fragile and do not transport well. It should be noted that they are usually hand picked [5].
Usage
- Only 3% of raspberries are sold fresh, 97% are processed into jams, jellies, drinks, canned, frozen, bakery, or sold in packs.
Academic connections
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References
- 1. Canadian Food Inspection Agency. (2010). Canadian food inspection agency. Retrieved from http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/toce.shtml
- 2. Deuel, C.L. & Plotto, A. (2005) Chapter 22. Strawberries and Raspberries .In Processing Fruits. Retrieved March 25, 2010 from CRCnetbase: www.crcnetbase.com
- 3. Fruits & Veggies Matter (2010) Fruit of the Month: Berries. Retrieved at http://www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov/month/berries.html
- 4. Health Canada. (2010). Nutrient data. Retrieved from http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fn-an/nutrition/fiche-nutri-data/index-eng.php
- 5. Raspberry Industry Development Council : BC Raspberries. (2007) BC raspberry council. Retrieved on March 25 2010 at http://www.bcraspberries.com/about/index.htm