On July 1, more than 100 people gathered on a farm just outside of Stillwater, Minnesota, to learn and connect over a little known but highly promising cold-hardy fruit at the first Upper Midwest Honeyberry Academy. The fruit in question are called honeyberries, also known as haskap.
Berries have buzz – honeyberries, that is
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Drone aerial pictures show the 2 acres of honeyberry fields.
Honeyberries, a member of the honeysuckle family, are a highly nutritious dark purple berry with a flavor sometimes described as a cross between a blueberry and raspberry.
George Terwey answers questions in the orchard.
The harvest wagon and cleaning line are in action.
Bob Bors presents to attendees.
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