Australian Blueberry Sets New World Record
Weighing 20.40 grams, the record-breaking berry showcases advancements in agricultural breeding for larger, more resilient fruit.
- An Australian blueberry has set a new Guinness World Record for the heaviest blueberry, weighing in at 20.40 grams.
- The record-breaking blueberry, grown by Costa Berries in New South Wales, is from the Eterna variety, known for its large size and long shelf life.
- The Eterna variety was developed as part of Costa's Variety Improvement Program, aimed at producing blueberries that can withstand hotter climates and are more pest-resistant.
- Costa Berries is considering preserving the record-breaking blueberry in resin and displaying it.
- This achievement reflects a broader trend towards breeding larger fruit varieties for snacking, in response to changing consumer preferences.