What are the white tiny worms in my raspberries?

There are a few types of white tiny worms that could be found in raspberries, here are a few possibilities:

1. Raspberry Fruitworms: Also known as raspberry maggots, these are the larvae of the spotted-wing drosophila (Drosophila suzukii). They are very small, about 2-3 mm in length, and have a white or cream-colored body with a dark head. They feed on the inside of the raspberry fruit, causing it to become soft and mushy.

2. Vinegar Flies: Vinegar flies (Drosophila melanogaster) are small flies that are attracted to rotting or fermenting fruit. The larvae of vinegar flies are small, white worms that can be found in raspberries that are overripe or damaged.

3. Fungus Gnats: Fungus gnats (Bradysia spp.) are small flies that lay their eggs in moist soil or organic matter. The larvae of fungus gnats are small, white worms that feed on decaying plant matter, including the roots of raspberry plants. They can sometimes be found in raspberries that have been damaged by fungal diseases.

To prevent these worms from infesting your raspberries, you can:

* Use row covers or nets to keep the flies away from the fruit.

* Pick the raspberries when they are ripe but not overripe.

* Remove any damaged or fallen fruit from the plants to reduce the risk of attracting pests.

* Use sticky traps to trap vinegar flies and fungus gnats.

* Apply an insecticide specifically labeled for use on raspberries to kill the worms.

If you find any white tiny worms in your raspberries, you can rinse the fruit thoroughly under cold water and then remove the affected parts before eating. You can also freeze the raspberries for at least 24 hours to kill any remaining worms.