Editor’s note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.
For related information, download the Blueberry Budget workbook (XLSX) or access the Blueberry Budget Google Sheets file in the Missouri Farm Enterprise Budgets folder.
Using this budget, farmers can estimate the costs and returns for growing and marketing blueberries in a u-pick commercial operation, assuming an average selling price of $5.50 per pound. Table 1 presents estimates for Missouri based on assumptions and prices in March 2026. The budget assumes a 3-acre enterprise and reports expenses per acre. The planting design includes 907 plants per acre, based on spacing of 4 feet within rows and 12 feet between rows. Detailed assumptions are summarized in Tables 2, 3, and 4. Assumptions in this budget can be modified for your situation. Use the “Your estimate” column to plan your blueberry operation’s costs and returns.
Topics
- Blueberries
- Enterprise budget
- Farm budget
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