Elderberry Growers Associations

Ontario Berry Growers Association

• A provincial organization in Canada, the Ontario Berry Growers Association represents growers of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, elderberries and currants. They advocate for research and industry promotion. The association is made up of 200 berry growers who supervise the production of 80 percent of the berry crop grown in Ontario. It is made up of all types of berry growers, from those who sell retail, wholesale, roadside and pick-your-own.

Utah Berry Growers Association

• The Utah Berry Growers Association is a part of the Utah State University Cooperative Extension Program. They promote research and exploration of the nutritional content and ideal growing situation for both farmers and buyers of Utah berries. Elderberries are included along with strawberries, blackberries and grapes. The association coordinates and organizes information for berry growers, including a listing of recommended companies who carry elderberry plants best situated for the Utah climate. Pest management, watering strategies, and an annual convention are all part of their services.

New York Berry Growers Association

• The New York Berry Growers Association is affiliated with Cornell University's Extension Service. Promoting the growing, harvesting and consumption of elderberries is part of its focus. The New York Berry Growers Association was begun in 1988 and incorporated in 1994 in its present form as a not-for-profit association. It educates, represents and distributes research information for berry growers through meetings, newsletters and literature. The association promote and represents berry industry research. They also sponsor advertisement on behalf of the berry growers of New York.