Blueberry growers and importers deliver a powerhouse crop that contributes nearly $9.1 billion in annual economic impact to the U.S. economy, or nearly $25 million every day, according to the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC).
“The new reports reaffirm what our industry has long recognized—blueberry growers have a powerful and positive impact on the U.S. economy,” said Kasey Cronquist, president of the USHBC. “Thanks to the ongoing commitment of growers and our import partners, blueberries are available to consumers year-round, contributing to spending that helps create and maintain thousands of jobs and delivers billions in economic activity nationwide.”
Eight states lead the way in U.S. highbush blueberry production, each contributing significantly to their state’s local economy and to the industry's overall economic footprint. According to the 2025 study, these states account for a substantial share of economic impact and jobs created: