LOOK BACK: Vintage Blueberries

LOOK BACK: Vintage Blueberries

by Pamela Riemenschneider, May 22, 2018

Fresh blueberries are a year-round treat these days, but back in 1968, seasonality was big in the blueberry deal.

The Michigan Blueberry Growers Association was a frequent promoter in The Packer’s Ideas in Merchandising. Check out these ads and ideas, from June and July 1968, including some new mechanical harvesting technology.

Want more? Visit Flickr.com/ProduceRetailer for the complete Produce Retailer image gallery, including vintage features.









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