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REENDERS LEGACY

Our Story

It started with 20 acres and a pair of calloused hands. Our great-grandfather, Clarence Reenders and his sons, worked this land with grit, purpose, and faith that the Lord rewards honest work.

Today, we’re 900 acres strong and growing 22 varieties of blueberries. We’re proud to be fourth-generation West Michigan farmers, building a legacy that feeds our family, nourishes our neighbors, and supports our local Michigan economy.

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THE TIMELINE

Where it All Started

Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you. – Jeremiah 1:5
We all have a calling in life—for our family, it’s always been growing Michigan’s finest blueberries.

  • Buying the land

    1956

    Clarence Reenders and his sons; Marvin, Lawrence, and Kenneth worked the land.

  • Move farm locations

    1958

    Farm moves locations to gain 40 acres

  • Iced out

    1966

    Reenders Farm overcomes a frozen winter, family endures by sticking together

  • Next generation takes over

    1988

    Next generation takes ownership: Dave, Bruce, Mike, and Steve

  • Iced out, again

    1992

    Farm freezes out again. Hard work and faith sees us through, learning, and growing.

  • Fourth generation takes over

    2024

    Fourth generation takes ownership: Josh, Nate, Luke, and Ethan

  • Today

    2025

    900 acres, 22 varieties of blueberries, and a farm market

REENDERS QUALITY

Our Process

What makes people drive miles to load their trucks with boxes of Reenders blueberries? It’s the love and care they taste in every bite. We pay attention to the details to make sure we get it right.

  • Caring for the Bush

    Healthy bushes grow better fruit. Michigan’s naturally acidic, sandy soil makes it one of the best places in the country to grow blueberries. We stick to a careful nutrient plan and walk the fields regularly to ensure every plant is thriving.

  • Harvesting at the Right Time

    We harvest at peak ripeness for best flavor and texture. Our market berries are hand-picked with a gentle roll of the thumb and forefinger to protect the fruit. Frozen and wholesale berries are mechanically harvested and flash frozen to lock in freshness.

  • Mindful Cleaning Techniques

    After harvest, our blueberries pass through dry cleaning systems that remove leaves and stems—without ever touching water. Washing strips away the natural protective coating, called the bloom, which helps keep berries fresh. By keeping them dry, we help them last longer, just the way nature intended.

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OUR BLUEBERRY TYPES

Experience 8 Unique Varieties of Blueberries

Did you know we farm 22 unique varieties of blueberries right here in Michigan? Some of them are

distributed nationally, and the 8 other varieties we farm just for you!  Here’s a little bit about each:

Blue Crop

Blue Crop

Flavor Profile: Classic Sweet Flavor

Texture: Firm, consistent

Best Use: Fresh eating, baking

Availability: In Store, U-Pick

Duke

Duke

Flavor Profile: Mildly sweet

Texture: Firm, easy to pick

Best Use: Fresh eating

Availability: In Store, U-Pick

Liberty

Liberty

Flavor Profile: Sweet with floral notes

Texture: Delicate skin

Best Use: Fresh eating

Availability: In Store

Elliot

Elliot

Flavor Profile: Tart

Texture: Firm, slow to ripen

Best Use: Pies, preserves

Availability: In Store, U-Pick

Aurora

Aurora

Flavor Profile: Sweet

Texture: Firm

Best Use: Fresh eating, shipping

Availability: In Store*

Collins

Collins

Flavor Profile: Sweet-tart, aromatic

Texture: Firm and juicy

Best Use: Fresh eating, baking

Availability: In Store*, U-Pick*

Blue Jay

Blue Jay

Flavor Profile: Mild, slightly tart

Texture: Crisp, medium firmness

Best Use: Snacking, baking

Availability: In Store*, U-Pick*

Jersey

Jersey

Flavor Profile: Very sweet

Texture: Soft and juicy

Best Use: Baking, jams

Availability: U-Pick

*Availability changes seasonally

8 Varieties of Blueberries

Ready to taste the Reenders difference?

Come visit us, and try our blueberries for yourself.

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