Red raspberries

In season in SW Michigan

In season

Months from the MSU Extension seasonal availability guide. Weather shifts dates a little each year.

Key nutrients

%DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults and children 4+. Values are USDA lab averages scaled to the serving; your harvest may differ.

Wellness

A cup of raw raspberries has about 64 calories, 0.82 mg of manganese (36% DV) and 32 mg of vitamin C (36% DV). (USDA) The NIH Office of Dietary Supplements says the body uses manganese to make energy and protect cells from damage, and needs it for strong bones and a healthy immune system. (NIH ODS) In long-term studies cited by Harvard's Nutrition Source, eating more berries, apples and pears was linked with weight loss. (Harvard)

Pick, store and use

• Pick

  Choose berries that aren't bruised or damaged. For freezing, pick fully ripe, juicy berries. (MSU Extension)

• Store

  Refrigerate at 41°F or below in a box with holes covered with plastic wrap, or a plastic bag with holes. Use within 1–2 days. (MSU Extension)

• Use

  Wash under cool running water with no soap. To freeze, rinse in cold water and drain well first. (MSU Extension)

Where to get it nearby

• Bella Vista FarmFennville · Allegan Co. U-pick
• Dees Lakeshore FarmFennville · Allegan Co. U-pick
• Harvey's U-pick FarmTekonsha · Calhoun Co. U-pick
• Hunt's HillsideLawton · Van Buren Co. U-pick
• Husted's U-Pick Strawberries & RaspberriesKalamazoo · Kalamazoo Co. U-pick
• Lemon Creek Fruit Farms & WineryBerrien Springs · Berrien Co. U-pick

See all 8 farms with raspberries →

Farms whose listing mentions raspberries. Check with the farm before you go.