Arilje Leads Serbia in Raspberry Production

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Arilje is a town in Serbia. People call it the \"raspberry capital.\" Its raspberries go to countries like the United States and Japan.

Arilje's hills have good weather for growing raspberries. Farmers grow berries without chemicals and pick them by hand.

Growing raspberries is hard work for the farmers. Bad weather and low prices make their business uncertain.

Early summer is the time for picking these tasty fruits. Many people come to help pick, even from other countries.

Most Serbian raspberries are sent frozen to other countries. Farmers worry about low prices and may protest again soon.

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What is Arilje known for?

Arilje is known as the 'raspberry capital' of Serbia.

How do farmers grow raspberries in Arilje?

Farmers grow raspberries without chemicals and pick them by hand.

What problems do raspberry farmers face?

Farmers face bad weather and low prices, which make their business uncertain.

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