How Many Berry Plants Are Needed To Feed Your Family!?
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Conservative Yield Estimate: The estimated amount of berries (in pounds) produced by a single plant per year, based on a conservative estimate.
Recommended Number of Plants for 1 Person (1 cup/day): The recommended number of plants required to feed one person for a year, based on an average daily consumption of 1 cup (148 grams) and the conservative yield estimates.
| Berry Type | Conservative Yield Estimate (pounds per plant per year) | Recommended Number of Plants for 1 Person (1 cup/day) |
|---|---|---|
| Blueberries | 6 | 4 |
| Blackberries | 6 | 4 |
| Raspberries | 4 | 6 |
| Strawberries | 0.75 | 26 |
| Cranberries | 7.5 | 9 |
| Currants | 5 | 8 |
| Gooseberries | 4 | 10 |
| Elderberries | 12.5 | 2 |
| Mulberries | 22.5 | 3 |
| Huckleberries | 3.5 | 12 |
| Loganberries | 7.5 | 9 |
| Boysenberries | 7.5 | 9 |
| Marionberries | 7.5 | 9 |
| Lingonberries | 2 | 16 |
| Saskatoon berries | 7.5 | 9 |
| Juneberries | 12.5 | 7 |
| Serviceberries | 12.5 | 7 |
| Chokeberries | 7.5 | 9 |
| Acai berries | 7.5 | 9 |
| Goji berries | 5 | 10 |
Please keep in mind that these estimates are based on an average daily consumption of 1 cup (148 grams) and conservative yield estimates, and actual yields can vary based on several factors such as growing conditions, care and maintenance, and weather.