FAQ'S
How do I place an order?
Wholesale
Please contact customer care and enquiries
South Cape Fruit (Pty) Ltd
Western Cape
South Africa
T +27 44 881 0197
On farm sales
Visit the 4Brothers shed on the R404 in George.
Please contact the shed for availability on T +27 44 876 0034
When is our Blueberry season?
July – December
Our Blueberry season for fresh fruit runs from July until December, while frozen fruit is available year-round.
Our website is updated regularly to inform you when our Blueberries are in season.
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Or contact the shed for availability on T +27 44 876 0034
Why do we have weeds growing in the inter-row spaces?
Farming in harmony with nature requires a holistic view of the ecology around us. Weeds are beneficial to the environment and play an important role in the ecosystem. Various weeds (legumes) bind nitrogen from the atmosphere, while others attract insects to prevent them from attacking blueberries.
Several plants serve as breeding grounds for beneficial insects, like ladybugs, which eliminate aphids from orchards. Furthermore, these plants build soil carbon, which enhances soil fertility in the long run.
What is the white layer
on my Blueberries?
The white layer on the fruit is known as bloom. It is a thin layer of natural wax produced by plants. It preserves the fruit through slowing respiration, which helps the fruit stay fresher for longer.
How are Blueberries harvested?
Every Blueberry is hand-picked to ensure it gets picked at the optimal ripeness. We want to give our customers delicious Blueberries with a good shelf life.
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The Blueberry harvest is very labour intensive and helps us to create many employment opportunities.
Are our Blueberries safe to eat?
Our fruit comply with the strictest food safety regulations from Europe, the United Kingdom, the Far East and the Middle East. We undergo annual audits against the Global GAP and BRC standards to guarantee food safety and quality. These standards specify the quality and safety specifications as determined by various international food safety institutions.
What are the health benefits of Blueberries?
Blueberries are an excellent source of essential nutrients like Vitamin C, Vitamin K and manganese.
It is also a great source of dietary fibre. In addition, blueberries contain an abundance of Phyto-components, such as flavonoids. These components are responsible for blueberries' antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
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Source: https://www.ars.usda.gov/
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Blueberries are highly linked to various elements of healthful living, for example:
Maintaining healthy bones
Supporting good skin health
May support lowering blood pressure
Assists in managing diabetes
Protects against heart disease
Helps prevent cancer
Can improve mental health
Supports healthy digestion, weight loss, and a feeling of fullness
