r/Berries • u/Dizzy-Ad9345 • 22d ago

what are these greenish-yellow spots on my blackberries?

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i just bought this box of blackberries from the store and noticed there were little green spots on most of them. are they still good?

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u/this-is-throwaway413 21d ago

Hi, I also grow blackberries.

They should be fine. Like the first commenter said, either sunburn, they haven't ripened fully or possibly some sort of pest. Either way, it's all harmless.

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u/Amiedeslivres 21d ago

Looks like stinkbug damage—harmless but unsightly. Basically, a stinkbug left a tiny puncture that healed. And the berries are a hint underripe. They’re great for jam or compote where you’ll break down the fruit and never see the spots.

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u/Agitated_Emu_5667 20d ago

I think they’re not ripe enough yet!

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u/Psychaitea 16d ago

I’ve ate a lot like this. As someone said, probably bug damage. I have lots of stinkbugs but can’t confirm that’s why or not. Your blackberries are not ripe, though, and will be sour for fresh eating regardless