What is Cranberry Bogging?

Only a few of the fruits we enjoy are native to North America. Cranberries fruit is one of those. Most cranberries consumed today are grown on small cranberry farms rather than large commercial farms. The growing method for cranberries is unique and has captured the interest of many people. This interest has led some farms to invite people to tour their cranberry bog and enjoy the taste of fresh cranberries.

Cranberry Bogs

Cranberry bogs are soft marsh-like ground that cranberry vines grow in. The growing process involves flooding the bogs in the winter, draining them in the spring, and flooding them again when the fruit is ready to harvest. Cranberries contain a pocket of air that causes them to float to the surface so they can be harvested from the bog.

Visiting cranberry farms and taking part in the harvest has become a popular activity. Cranberry bogging is an activity enjoyed by people that are intrigued by the harvesting process and are adventuresome enough to wade into the bog to harvest these tasty little berries.

The Benefits of Dried Cranberries

Fresh cranberries fruit is typically thought of as something you find on a holiday table. Dried cranberries provide you the opportunity to enjoy both the flavor and health benefits cranberries provide throughout the year. Choosing organic dried cranberries as one of your go-to snack items can be beneficial to your overall health. These tart and sweet berries help support heart health and oral health. They also assist with weight loss and can help prevent urinary tract infection.

How to Use Organic Dried Cranberries

The unique flavor of dried cranberries and their slight chewiness make them a great addition to snack mixes and trail mix. Enjoying cranberry granola for breakfast or as a snack can provide a boost to your overall nutrition. Cranberry granola is a flavorful topping for yogurt or ice cream. When cranberries are dried they can be added to sweet and savory dishes or used as a topping for a salad. You can impress party guests or family and friends by serving them dark chocolate dried cranberry bark. Adding nuts to the mixture elevates its impressiveness even more.