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When it’s fall in U.S., it is the season for cranberry harvesting in Massachusets. Not only is Massachusets famous for the Great American revolution, but also for the cranberry bogs. The U.S. state even has the Cape Cod Cranberry grower’s association. As a matter of fact about 27 percent of world’s cranberry’s originate from Massachusets.

These berries might be a little fruity for you, but they do make a pretty tasty snack. Personally, I feel that the Cranberry harvesting process is quite interesting. Here’s a quick glimpse at the process. Once the bog is flooded, the harvesters will go around in their vehicles knocking those berries off the vines. This allows the cranberries to float in the bog.

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The harvest season is only about six to eight week long. So the cranberries can only be picked up by the end of October. I am sure they will be great for some cranberry juice. Although, I seriously doubt that none of the cranberry juice manufacturers use 100% cranberries for their product.

The red cranberries floating in the bog are quite picturesque indeed. ’tis the season for a trip to Massachusets. So, if you are planning a weekend visit to somewhere in fall, might as well try Massachusets. Come on down and check out the spectacular cranberry harvesting.


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