Black Raspberries
Black raspberries are closely related to red raspberries, sharing a distinctively white underside of their leaves and fruit that detaches easily. Their dark, purple-black color often has them mistaken for blackberries, but they are smaller and less shiny, and can additionally be distinguished from blackberries by their hollow core. Black raspberries also have a unique taste of their own, unlike their red cousins or blackberries.
The King of Berries
Extremely rich in phenolic compounds--ellagic and gallic acids, plus one of the highest levels of antioxidant anthocyanins, black raspberries have aptly been dubbed the “king of berries.” Anti-carcinogenic, anti-viral, and anti-bacterial, the berries have been shown in studies at Ohio State University to reduce colon tumors and esophageal cancers and are additionally believed to slow or reverse the growth of breast, cervical, and oral cancers. Their extremely high anthocyanin levels have also been linked to improved vision, cardiovascular health, memory retention in old age, and reduced risk of hypertension.Source:
Oregon State University
Do we need to wash the berries before we eat them?
It depends. If the product is frozen, then you can if you'd like, but it isn't necessary. See our section on Packaging and Delivery for more information on our frozen process. For fresh produce, even if it is organic, it's a good idea to rinse the fruit under cold, running tap water just before preparing or eating it. Using fruit and vegetable washes or soap is not necessary.
I'm not a fan of your reclosable package, can you redesign?
Although we regret you were not 100% satisfied, we are happy to inform you that we are on the verge of launching a revamped package design in September. These new, consumer-friendly packages will feature a zipper-style opening that can be pulled on either side.
How do you ensure product quality on the line?
At Townsend Farms, quality and safety is of utmost importance. We approach our entire business from a family consumption perspective. To ensure the quality of what's inside each frozen bag as well as the bag itself, our Quality Team removes 6 bags every 20 minutes from the line to review package and product integrity. Through this system, any issues are able to be resolved immediately.
