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Get ready to savor sweet success at the North Carolina Blueberry Festival, happening June 19-20 in Burgaw — where the state’s blueberry heart beats strongest. With NC ranking seventh nationally in production, counties like Pender, Sampson, and Bladen thrive on perfect soil and booming harvests. In 2025 alone, farmers picked 48.5 million pounds worth $87 million — shipped coast-to-coast and fueling over 1,200 jobs. For locals, blueberries aren’t just fruit — they’re heritage. The festival draws 35,000 visitors, injecting $2-2.5 million into the economy, as farmers bring family and friends to sell fresh berries and homemade treats like jams, cobblers, and popsicles. It’s the ultimate chance to taste local, support growers, and celebrate a crop that’s deeply woven into the soul of Southeastern North Carolina.

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