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Blackberry picking season - why is it important?

It's blackberry season! The still red and green fruits will darken and ripen over the coming week...

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14.49 28 Aug 2026


Blackberry picking season - why is it important?


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14.49 28 Aug 2026


It's blackberry season! The still red and green fruits will darken and ripen over the coming weeks and the white, sometimes blush, flowers will form into berries later, prolonging the supply over several autumn months.

What is the significance of this season, and will you be going out to pick some?

Regina Sexton, UCC Food and Culinary Historian, food writer, broadcaster and cook joins Seán to discuss!


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