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Why You Shouldn't Avoid Buying Blueberries With A White Coating By Rolland Judd Oct. 19, 2025 6:20 pm EST

Typically, when you are walking past all the fresh fruit in the grocery store and come across a product with a white substance clinging to its surface, that's a prime indication to keep walking. What else could it be but mold or pesticides? The truth is, not all pale coatings on produce, such as blueberries, are something to avoid. Blueberries often have a waxy, white coating, and not only is it harmless, but it's actually a sign they are fresh.

Don't be confused — sometimes a white layer on blueberries is mold. Yet, when that's the case, the fruit will be fuzzy. When you see a waxy white coating on them, that is usually the bloom. It's a natural defense

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