Export of Frozen Blackberries
Third largest exporter worldwide
Frozen blackberries
In 2025, blackberries increased by 147% in volume and 123.5% in FOB value, reaching 3,500 metric tons; they are predominantly shipped frozen, with Italy among the key destinations.
Regarding blackberries in Chile, production (also known locally as “zarzamora”) is mainly concentrated in the Maule Region, although it is also found in other regions such as Ñuble, Valparaíso, and Los Ríos. Chile is a significant global exporter of frozen blackberries, which drives ongoing research in genetics and crop improvement to enhance efficiency and product quality.
Frozen Chilean blackberries are available from September to early October.
Chile is the third world exporter of frozen blackberries (SUBREI, 2020).
Stationary availability
Chilean blackberries are available from September to early October
Geographical distribution
+400 Ha planted
The cultivation of Chilean blackberries expands between the V and XIV Regions, but it is concentrated in the Maule Region
Statistics
Frozen blackberries export volume
3.500
2025
Nutritional value
• Because of its content of vitamins C and E and minerals such as zinc and manganese, it benefits the immune system by strengthening the defences.
• It presents a positive amount of fiber for the intestinal transit.
• It prevents cholesterol due to its vasodilator action and the acids it contains have anti-cancer properties.
• It has anti-inflammatory properties: therefore it helps in diseases such as arthritis and obesity.
• It helps to the function of the nerves, to the contraction of the muscles and to that the cardiac rhythm stays constant.
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