Strawberries

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

Just a few years ago, self-picking strawberries at Manfred Skrzypczyk's farm were just an idea to salvage the plantation after a hailstorm. Today, they have become one of the most important channels for selling fruit, attracting hundreds of families from the entire Silesia region. As the farmer admits, read more

During the next inspection of the plantation conducted as part of the Strawberry Inspirations project, the condition of the plants in the plot with the Cadenza variety grown in a hybrid system was evaluated. The plantation was assessed by Iwona Polewska-Jankowiak from the company Biogen, paying attention to both the very read more

At Magdalena and Mateusz Włodarczyk's farm in Hornigi, where the Strawberry Inspirations project is being implemented, the first harvest of strawberries from field-grown crops on formed ridges has begun. This is a clear indication that the strawberry season 2026 is underway. read more

There are again reports of unfair trading practices in the strawberry market related to imported fruits. Farmers are sounding the alarm that strawberries from Serbia are increasingly appearing in wholesale markets, being repackaged and sold as a product. read more

Rosselkhoznadzor will temporarily restrict the import of fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, green vegetables, and strawberries originating from and shipped through Armenia from May 30, 2026, until an appropriate mechanism is developed to ensure the safety of the shipped products. read more

The heat accelerates consumption and brings liveliness back to summer product sales negotiations. After a slow start to the year, even at the CAAT in Turin, there is a change in pace, with seasonality beginning to drive the market and Piedmontese production ready for... read more

Irish Minister for Agriculture Martin Heydon has announced a €2 million (US$2.3 million) fuel support scheme for specialist fruit and vegetable growers. The scheme will benefit growers producing tomatoes, cucumbers, mushrooms, strawberries, and chillies, sectors identified by the Minister as in need of support. read more

Recent seasons have shown that one of the biggest challenges in strawberry cultivation is spring frosts and the prolonged maintenance of plantations under covers. In such conditions, plants require rapid leaf mass regeneration and intensive nitrogen support. read more

The strawberry farming season is approaching its final stages, and as summer approaches, it is already time for initial assessments. Drawing up the situation at IFN is Pietro Ciardiello, president of Mediterraneo Group, a key player in a season that he defines as positive in many aspects: read more

Turkey's strawberry exports increased by 56% during the first four months of 2026, reaching US$20.87 million, according to the country's fresh produce exporters. Gengiz Balik, the head of the Aegean Fresh Fruits & Vegetables Exporters' Association, stated that exports totaled 6,608 tons of fresh strawberries. read more