Strawberries

Strawberry picking season is the time when growers primarily focus on the quality and size of the fruits. It is during this period that decisions regarding fertilization and plant protection are made, determining whether the subsequent harvests will be as valuable as. read more

In week 21, the volumes of fruit and vegetables subject to imposed weight remain essentially stable, despite a very limited increase in the average price mix. Among the distribution channels, only discount stores are showing growth. In terms of product categories, strawberries stand out as they are gaining ground. read more

The strawberry harvest has already begun at Magda and Mateusz's plantation in Hornigi. The plants are showing good vigor, are well-nourished, and exhibit very good fruit set. This is the moment when the growers should particularly focus on. read more

Niezwykle chłodna wiosna w Bułgarii spowodowała krótkie opóźnienie w przybyciu pierwszych owoców z kraju, ale, jak wyjaśnia pani Maya Radeva, szefowa firmy Start 2005 Ltd, która sprzedaje owoce pod marką Otbrani, sezon rozwija się przy stosunkowo wysokich cenach. read more

This year, French strawberry production is expected to be 3% higher than in 2025. Faced with large volumes and competition, prices are under pressure. A particularly large harvest in April. The area under strawberries for the 2026 campaign is estimated at 3,668 hectares in France (excluding DROM). read more

Krajowe truskawki dominowały na rynku. Holenderskie dostawy zajmowały drugie miejsce pod względem ilości. Według niemieckiego urzędu BLE, dostawy z Grecji i Polski były głównie dostępne w Berlinie i Monachium. We Frankfurcie i Monachium dostępne były również dostawy z Włoch, choć ich dostępność była niższa. read more

Ukrainian strawberry market is reaching its peak in the 2026 season amidst challenges like spring frosts, high production costs, labor shortages, and weather-related risks. Despite the initial higher prices, market players anticipate a decline in prices as the supply rises during the season. read more

The strawberry picking season is gaining momentum. On many ground plantations, the first batches of fruits are already being sold, and the favorable weather is speeding up the ripening of the next ones. However, this is a moment when farmers cannot limit themselves only to harvesting. Maintaining read more

The strawberry season is almost over in the Spanish province of Huelva. This season has been marked by a supply imbalance due to unfavorable weather conditions. In contrast, raspberry production has remained consistently low throughout the season, with prices remaining stable. read more

Dyson Farming has enlisted the services of large-scale commercial glasshouse experts CambridgeHOK to plan and construct the third phase of its strawberry growing facility in Lincolnshire. CambridgeHOK previously constructed Dyson Farming's initial 14-acre strawberry-growing glasshouse at the Carrington site in 2020. read more

A strawberry grower in the Netherlands has substantially increased its residue-free cultivation after five years of on-farm testing. De Ruwenberg, located in Etten-Leur in the southern Dutch province of North Brabant, has expanded its residue-free production from 1 to 12 hectares. read more

Ukraine's strawberry market is currently experiencing the peak of the season, facing challenges such as spring frosts, high production costs, and labor shortages. While prices were initially high at the beginning of the season, they are expected to decrease significantly in early June as supply increases. read more

After weeks of cool weather with the risk of night frost, extensive ventilation, and few strawberries on the plants, rapid growth has been spurred. As a result, consumers can enjoy an abundance of strawberries. It is once again a very good strawberry year with excellent quality. Numerous strawberries are available for consumption. read more

Technical challenges in detecting defects in strawberries have been a longstanding source of frustration in automating quality control, says Dr. Sivam Krish of GoMicro. His company is working on an AI-driven platform to spot bruising and spoilage earlier in the supply chain. read more

Prices for locally grown strawberries in Ukraine have been declining for the second consecutive week, according to analysts at the EastFruit project. The main reason behind this trend is, above all, a rapid increase in supply from the southern regions of the country. Meanwhile, producers are... read more

In 2025, Spain exported 426,527 tons of berries valued at 2,114 million euros, reaffirming their importance in the international fruit and vegetable market. Strawberries remain the leading export, while blueberries and raspberries contribute significantly to the overall value. read more

In 2026, the strawberry industry in Ireland faced increasing production costs and ongoing investments in extended-season production systems. According to Bord Bia and Teagasc, strawberries continue to be the country's predominant soft fruit crop, representing approximately 90% of total soft fruit production. read more

Mastronardi Produce®'s flagship SUNSET® brand has received seven Superior Taste Award certifications. The awards recognize the exceptional flavor of Campari® brand cocktail tomatoes, Angel Sweet® tomatoes, WOW® Dreamberry™ strawberries, Pop Its™ bite-sized cucumbers, Tomato Branch™ on-the-vine tomatoes. read more

Ethiopia's strawberry sector is looking to be included in national agricultural development programs, as producers and industry stakeholders highlight the higher export returns per hectare compared to other fruit categories with larger volumes. Data from the sector shows that there are approximately 521 hectares of commercial strawberry production. read more

The beginning of the strawberry harvesting season is one of the most important moments in the entire production year. This is when growers anticipate the results of months of hard work, but at the same time, they must deal with one of the biggest threats to quality. read more