A Review of Vaccinium Research and the Vaccinium Industry of the Federal Republic of Germany

Bläsing, D.

doi:10.17660/actahortic.1989.241.15

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“…The climate conditions of North Europe are suitable for the lowbush and half-highbush (Vaccinium corymbosum L. x Vaccinium angustifolium Ait.) blueberry cultivation (Bläsing 1989, Haffner & Vestrheim 1994, Karp et al 2000, Paasisalo et al 1994, Starast et al 2002. Bilberry (V. myrtillus L.) is widespread in Estonian nature and historical traditions use the fresh berries, plant leaves and dried berries as a herbal plant (Pogen 1977).…”

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Chemical Composition and Quality of Cultivated and Natural Blueberry Fruit in Estonia

Starast

Karp

Vool

et al. 2007

Journal of Fruit and Ornamental Plant Research

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Chemical Composition and Quality of Cultivated and Natural Blueberry Fruit in Estonia Nutrition studies suggest that blueberries help keep us healthy and these possible health benefits may be due to the antioxidant capacity as well as other natural compounds in blueberry fruit. Different taxa of Vaccinium species (Bilberry - Vaccinium myrtillus L.; lowbush blueberry - Vaccinium angustifolium Ait.; half-highbush blueberry - Vaccinium corymbosum x Vaccinium angustifolium ‘Northblue’ and ‘Northcountry’) were analyzed for surface color, size, sugars, titratable acidity, soluble solids, fat, protein, vitamins and anthocyanin content. The blueberry fruit were harvested from three commercial blueberry plantations and from one natural habitat in 2003. The fruit of V. angustifolium were collected from two different areas: one plantation was located on mineral soil and the other on peat soil (abandoned peat pits). The anthocyanin content ranged from 125 to 405 mg·100 g-1 of fresh berry in different species and cultivars. Half-highbush blueberry ‘Northblue’ had the largest berry size but ascorbic acid and anthocyanin contents were low. V. myrtillus had the lowest total energy value, but the highest anthocyanin content. Glucose and fructose content was higher in fruit of V. angustifolium compared with the other species. The soil type (mineral or peat soil) did not affect anthocyanin and ascorbic acid content of V. angustifolium fruit but titratable acids and moisture content was higher in fruit of V. angustifolium grown on peat soil, compared with mineral soil.

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Chemical Composition and Quality of Cultivated and Natural Blueberry Fruit in Estonia

Starast

Karp

Vool

et al. 2007

Journal of Fruit and Ornamental Plant Research

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“…Natural compounds in plants provide a safer and more effective way to treat diabetes and its microvascular complications than drugs [14]. The Vaccinium L. (Ericaceae) genus, which includes a range of shrubs and dwarf shrubs, contains a wide diversity of economically and culturally important berry crop species [15,16]. These fruits contain various volatile organic compounds [17].…”

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Vaccinium as Potential Therapy for Diabetes and Microvascular Complications

Luo

Wang

Zhang³

et al. 2023

Nutrients

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Diabetes mellitus is one of the most critical global health concerns, with a fast-growing prevalence. The incidence of diabetic vascular complications is also rapidly increasing, exacerbating the burden on individuals with diabetes and the consumption of public medical resources. Despite the overall improvements in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diabetic microvascular complications in recent years, safe and effective alternative or adjunctive therapies are urgently needed. The mechanisms underlying diabetic vascular complications are complex, with hyperglycemia-induced oxidative stress and inflammation being the leading causes. Therefore, glycemic control, antioxidation, and anti-inflammation are considered the main targets for the treatment of diabetes and its vascular comorbidities. Vaccinium L. (Ericaceae) is a genus of plants enriched with polyphenolic compounds in their leaves and fruits. Vaccinium and its extracts have demonstrated good bioactivity in reducing blood glucose, oxidative stress, and inflammation, making them excellent candidates for the management of diabetes and diabetic vascular complications. Here, we review recent preclinical and clinical studies on the potential effect of Vaccinium on ameliorating diabetes and diabetic complications, particularly diabetic kidney disease and diabetic retinopathy.

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“…The recent development of commercial partridgeberry farms in Germany (Bläsing, 1989;Dierking and Dierking, 1993) has led to efforts to evaluate the potential of European cultivars as an alternative crop for small fruit producers in Newfoundland, especially those engaged in "pickyour-own" operations. The European partridgeberry was chosen for study because it is a taller and more bush-type plant than the local variety and would presumably be higher yielding and easier to harvest.…”

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The Wild Partridgeberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea L. Var. Minus Lodd) Industry in Newfoundland and Labrador and the Potential for Expansion Utilizing European Cultivars

Penney¹,

Gallagher²,

Hendrickson³

et al. 1997

Acta Hortic.

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Vaccinium vitis-idaea L. var. minus Lodd, known in Newfoundland and Labrador as partridgeberry, is an economically important native fruit that is harvested from unmanaged natural stands. Annual production varies, but a mean annual harvest of 96,500 kilograms makes Newfoundland and Labrador the largest North American producer. Most fruit is exported frozen, but there is local secondary processing. There is a limited local market for fresh fruit, but the potential for sales outside Newfoundland holds considerable promise. Following the development of commercial partridgeberry farms in Germany it was decided to evaluate the potential of European cultivars as an alternative crop for small fruit producers in Newfoundland. The European partridgeberry was chosen for study because it is a taller and more bush-type plant than the local variety and would presumably be higher yielding and easier to harvest. Results with rooted cuttings of the cultivars 'Korafle', 'Ammeriand' and 'Red Pearl' field-planted at Pynn's Brook and St. John's in 1992 indicate that 'Red Pearl' spreads more rapidly, but yields less fruit than the others. Total production at Pynn's Brook in 1995 for 'Koralle', 'Ammeriand' and 'Red Pearl' was 306, 147 and 101 g/M² row, respectively. Vegetative growth was good in all cultivars, but heaving was a problem with mother plants. More testing is required to determine the suitability of these and other cultivars for commercial production, especially with respect to establishment, crop yield and maturity.

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A Review of Vaccinium Research and the Vaccinium Industry of the Federal Republic of Germany

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Chemical Composition and Quality of Cultivated and Natural Blueberry Fruit in Estonia

Chemical Composition and Quality of Cultivated and Natural Blueberry Fruit in Estonia

Vaccinium as Potential Therapy for Diabetes and Microvascular Complications

The Wild Partridgeberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea L. Var. Minus Lodd) Industry in Newfoundland and Labrador and the Potential for Expansion Utilizing European Cultivars

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