Blueberries in Australia

Blueberries are a native fruit of North and South America, Asia and Europe. They were first introduced into Australia in the early 1970s.

By 1978 it was recognised that the warmer climate Southern Highbush and Rabbiteye varieties from the southern states of America would grow on the NSW North Coast and produce high value, early season fruit.

In southern Australia, most blueberry production is in Victoria (mainly in the Yarra Valley) and in Tasmania. The season starts in December and ends in April. As new varieties are released, a consistent supply of blueberries will be available throughout the season.