Fresh organic blueberries grown in Ñuble, Chile
Our organic blueberries are grown in a privileged agricultural setting, with responsible water management, volcanic soil and practices designed to preserve the natural quality of the fruit.
An ideal farming environment for organic growing
Fundo El Rodeo is located in the Ñuble Region, 40 kilometers toward the Chillán mountain range. The orchard enjoys the beauty and seclusion given by the waters of the Diguíllín River and the Nevados de Chillán volcano.
The estate looks out over the mountains and is surrounded by forest, wildlife and a diversity of native trees and plants. These natural conditions, together with technical crop management, allow us to produce organic blueberries with outstanding flavor and quality potential.
Water, volcanic soil and nutrient management
Water is the lifeblood of the orchard. That is why we make constant efforts to conserve it and apply it correctly. This management allows the blueberries to grow properly and develop their full potential.
Energy from the sun, the volcanic soil of south-central Chile and responsible nutrient management create favorable conditions for consistent organic production.
Organic farming with an eye on the future
Water is the lifeblood of the orchard. That is why we make constant efforts to conserve it and apply it correctly. This management allows the blueberries to grow properly and develop their full potential.
Energy from the sun, the volcanic soil of south-central Chile and responsible nutrient management create favorable conditions for consistent organic production.
Our organic crops are free of
- Genetically modified organisms.
- Pesticides not permitted in organic production.
- Artificial fertilizers and additives.
- Practices that compromise the natural condition of the fruit.
Blueberries with a sweet, fresh and naturally nutritious flavor
The organic blueberry is valued for its color, its sweet flavor with a hint of acidity and its nutritional contribution. It is recognized for its antioxidant, mineral and vitamin C content and its low calorie count.
Consumption of organic blueberries has grown because more and more consumers are looking for natural, traceable food produced to responsible standards.
Varieties we grow
Fundo El Rodeo produces organic blueberries in varieties such as Duke, Legacy, Blue Ribbon, Cargo and Brightwell. This combination lets us plan the season and respond to different commercial requirements.
Duke
December–January
An early-maturing variety. Quality fruit of uniform size. Cold storage improves its flavor. A good product for mechanical harvesting and for sales as fresh and processed fruit.
Legacy
December–January
Slow growing in its first years. Good fruit quality and great flavor.
It also performs well under mechanical harvesting. Pruning requires technique and a different approach to other varieties.
Blue Ribbon
December–January
Season and harvest: Early to mid-season ripening, starting just after varieties such as Duke or Draper.
Fruit: Large, light blue berries, very firm and with a well-balanced sweet flavor. Excellent post-harvest shelf life.
Plant: A bush with an open, spreading growth habit and high vigor that requires care and training pruning in its first years.
Cargo
January
Season and harvest: Mid to late-season ripening, coinciding with the start of the Brightwell season.
Fruit: Large, round, very uniform fruit with great firmness that holds up well in cold storage.
Plant: A very vigorous plant with an upright habit. As its name suggests, it produces a very high volume of fruit, so active, precise pruning is essential to balance yield and foliage.
Brightwell
January–February
A very popular variety, widely grown in Chile. It stands out for its high productivity, firm fruit with excellent flavor and light blue skin. The plants are vigorous, upright and highly resistant to adverse weather conditions.
From the orchard to fresh fruit
The quality of our blueberries starts in the field. Every image of the orchard, the surroundings and the farming process shows part of the work behind reliable organic fruit.
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If you need information about availability, varieties, certifications or export formats, our team can advise you according to your market and supply program.
