Whether it's in pies, muffins, cobblers, jams, or nestled into that little plastic container in the grocery store, the superfood known as the blueberry stands out in the world of fruits.
This anti-inflammatory wonder is chock full of antioxidants, as well as boasting big levels of vitamin C and potassium.
And, of course, they're delicious! But, when you sip a blueberry smoothie or add those plump berries to your overnight oats, have you given much thought to where the fruit comes from?
While the United States imports blueberries from various countries, including Chile and Peru, the U.S. is actually the world's largest blueberry producer
Various other states, ranging from New York to Georgia, rank among the nation's top growers, but one is responsible for contributing the most blueberries to America's yearly output:
While it's the national leader today, Washington certainly wasn't always on top. New Jersey, Michigan, and North Carolina
Per data from Washington State University, the state's crops increased from 18 million pounds in 2006 to over 102 million pounds in 2015, with contributing factors including expanding cultivation acreag