About Us
Why Washington Red Raspberries?
In the cool, marine climate of the Pacific Northwest, Washington State is home to acres upon acres of picturesque raspberry fields. With stunning views of the mountains, growers tend year-round to their farms to grow a different kind of raspberry.
Crafted exclusively for freezing and grown in the rich, fertile soil of Washington by generations of passionate American farmers, these berries have a legacy of excellence.
Washington produces 90% of the American-grown frozen red raspberry crop.
Because these raspberries are frozen within hours of being picked, our growers can wait until those raspberries are perfectly ripe and at peak deliciousness before harvesting–and this locks in the fruit’s integrity, flavor and nutritional value so you can enjoy picked-at-the-peak-of-ripeness raspberries year-round.
About the Washington Red Raspberry Commission
The Washington Red Raspberry Commission (WRRC) was established in 1976 to support and promote the state’s raspberry industry. The WRRC develops and executes marketing programs to strengthen existing markets, expand into new ones and ensure long-term demand for red raspberries. In addition, the WRRC invests in research to advance raspberry production and freezing, while also advocating for growers on key trade and market access issues.
Today, the WRRC represents about 60 growers — many of whom operate their own freezing and packing facilities — who are dedicated to producing the highest-quality raspberries in the world. These growers meet the most stringent quality standards on the planet, ensuring berries that deliver exceptional flavor, nutrition, safety and consistency. Concentrated primarily in western Washington, they benefit from the region’s rich soils and moderate climate, which together create ideal conditions for growing red raspberries.