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Blueberry

Pantelic blueberries are renowned for their high antioxidant content, natural sweetness, and intense color that remains vibrant even after freezing. They come from plantations with strictly controlled production conditions, and each batch undergoes rigorous selection before entering the processing stage.

After harvest, the berries are swiftly delivered to our facility, where they are frozen using IQF technology to preserve their flavor, color, and nutritional value. Our range includes whole blueberries in various packaging options, tailored to the needs of wholesale, export, and industrial production in sectors such as confectionery, bakery, and dairy, as well as the HoReCa channel.

The fruit is carefully sorted immediately after harvest and undergoes the IQF freezing process, ensuring that its visual and nutritional properties are preserved even during long-term storage. The assortment includes whole berries, halves, and slices, allowing customization to meet the specific requirements of clients from the confectionery, dairy, bakery, and HoReCa sectors, as well as exporters.

Origin & Certification

Pantelic blueberries come from plantations with strictly controlled production conditions, ensuring consistent product quality and safety. Each batch is sourced from producers whose plots are certified to the highest standards, including Global G.A.P. and Mark Spencer Select Farms.

Production complies with the regulations of leading global markets such as the EU and FDA, guaranteeing that the fruit meets all requirements for international trade and consumer safety.

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Variety

Variety: Duke

Duke is an early blueberry variety, valued for its large, firm, light-blue berries and mildly sweet flavor. Due to their high firmness, the berries withstand transport and IQF freezing without loss of shape or color. In industrial use, they are used in premium frozen blends, confectionery, smoothie mixes, and the HoReCa sector.
Harvest season in Serbia: late June – early July.

Variety: Bluecrop

Bluecrop is a mid-early variety, the most widespread in commercial production in Serbia. The berries are uniform in size, dark blue in color, and have a balanced flavor, making them versatile for various types of processing. They retain quality well after IQF freezing, making them suitable for the confectionery, dairy, and bakery industries.
Harvest season in Serbia: first half of July.

Variety: Legacy

Legacy is a late variety known for its sweet taste and aromatic, medium-sized berries. It has an extended harvest period and excellent quality retention when frozen. Due to its rich flavor, it is often used in the production of jams, fruit sauces, smoothie mixes, and for HoReCa needs.
Harvest season in Serbia: late July – early August.

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Processing Technology and Packaging

Freshly picked blueberries are immediately transported to the cold storage facility, preventing any loss of freshness and nutritional value. At the Pantelić plant, the berries undergo visual selection and mechanical cleaning to remove impurities and any damaged fruit.

The freezing process is carried out using IQF (Individual Quick Freezing) technology, which ensures that each berry remains separate and retains its natural structure, color, and aroma. Processing is conducted in accordance with international certifications IFS Food (High Level), SMETA 4-Pillar, Kosher, Halal, and, for organic production, according to Naturland, EU Organic, and NOP standards.

Packaging:

Click-lock carton: 300 g
Bags: 500 g, 750 g, 1,000 g, 2,500 g
Carton boxes: 1×10 kg
Customized packaging upon customer request

This technology and packaging system provide delivery flexibility — from small retail formats to large industrial quantities ready for processing or direct distribution.

Blueberry Product Range

IQF Blueberry – Whole
Premium-quality blueberries, frozen using the IQF method to preserve their natural shape, color, and flavor. Suitable for a wide range of applications — from premium frozen blends and confectionery decorations to industrial processing into jams, juices, and toppings.
IQF Blueberry – Organic
Blueberries from certified organic plantations, processed in accordance with Naturland, EU Organic, and NOP standards. Intended for customers who require products with verified ecological origin and full traceability.

All varieties are available in packaging from 300 g to 10 kg, with the option to customize formats and labeling according to customer needs.

Application in Industry

Pantelić blueberries are used in various branches of the food industry due to their versatility and stable quality after processing.

Confectionery industry – chocolates, pralines, fruit toppings, fillings, glazes
Dairy industry – yogurts, ice creams, smoothie drinks, fruit desserts
Bakery and pastry production – cakes, tarts, muffins, rolls
Beverage industry – smoothie mixes, fruit juices, concentrates
HoReCa sector – restaurants, hotels, catering services
Export and wholesale – packaging tailored to the requirements and standards of foreign markets

Regardless of the final application, Pantelić blueberries offer consistent visual quality, preserved aroma, and nutritional value, contributing to the competitiveness of the final product on the market.

Product	Varieties	Fruit Specification	Packaging	Certifications	Markets
IQF Blueberry	—	Whole blueberry	300 g (click-lock), 500 g, 750 g, 1,000 g, 2,500 g, 10 kg	GlobalG.A.P., IFS Food, SMETA 4-Pillar, Kosher, Halal, Naturland, EU Organic, NOP	EU, FDA

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