Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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A fruit farm in Blairgowrie has invited the public to pick blueberries to prevent them from going to waste.

Thomas Thomson stopped growing the fruit commercially after it became too expensive.

Labour costs and cheap imports mean they can't make a profit from the crop.

The farm raises money for local charities and community groups through 'pick your own' sessions.

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