The Cranberry

Many people think of Massachusetts when they think of cranberries. Cranberry farming started on Cape Cod in the mid-1800's and Massachusetts continues to grow an excellent crop of native berries. Massachusetts ranks second in the nation in cranberry production with more 14,000 acres in production. Importantly, the cranberry industry helps to conserve open space since growers own more than 60,000 acres of uplands that are associated with their farms.

There are many ways to experience the health of cranberry as well as the natural beauty of the cranberry harvest. In this section, you will find links to places to see cranberries and cranberry harvest, and delicious recipes. You will also find general information about cranberry production as well as a fact sheet on how water is used in cranberry farming.