Strawberries

Egypt is increasing its presence in the international fresh strawberry market, with exports to Germany reaching their highest level in the past five marketing years. Data from the German Statistical Office and Global Trade Tracker, reported by EastFruit, shows that there was a shipment of 3.69 thousand metric tons between July 2024 and read more

Residues from plant protection products that are banned in the EU exceeded limits in strawberries of Polish origin. A total of 4,800 kilos of these strawberries reached Estonia, although a risk assessment indicated a very low threat to human health. Triinu Allika, head of the food department at the Agriculture and Food Board, stated this information. read more

Produkcja truskawek znacząco się rozwinęła w ostatnich latach, szczególnie w segmencie czwartej klasy (gotowe do jedzenia). Kiedyś ograniczone do zbiorów wiosennych, teraz truskawki są uprawiane przez nawet 10 miesięcy w roku, zwiększając zapotrzebowanie na wydajny i wyspecjalizowany sprzęt do przetwarzania. read more

The State Plant Protection and Seed Inspection Service (PIORiN) presented the results of the official control of pesticide residues in agricultural crops. The data from 2024 are particularly important for the berry fruit producers industry - studies have shown that

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As part of a master's thesis, a student is investigating how different packaging systems affect the shelf life and quality of fresh asparagus. The goal is to determine which types of packaging best protect asparagus from moisture loss, spoilage, and... read more

The Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), an agency under the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities, is participating in ECOSYSTEM, a new European project aimed at developing biodegradable plastic from strawberry waste. Additionally, the project will involve the creation of an antioxidant and antibacterial pad. read more

On June 3rd, the collection of one of the excellences of the Venosta territory started, the Val Venosta mountain cauliflower, a brand that includes a range of seasonal fruits beyond apples: strawberries, cherries, apricots, and red fruits. The estimated production for the 2025 season is around 3000. read more

Top chef Heston Blumenthal has announced that the strong start to Britain's strawberry season has inspired him to create a new dessert. read more

This year's strawberry season started off well, but it is currently facing challenges due to the hot weather. The high temperatures are making the strawberries more fragile and causing consumers to switch to other summer fruits. Despite these difficulties, sales are still good. read more

The Val Venosta is known worldwide as the land of apples, thanks to a rooted production tradition and ideal pedoclimatic conditions. But the apple is not the only fruit that grows abundantly in these valleys. In fact, there is another corner of horticultural excellence, less known. read more

The soft fruit division of Frankort & Koning has experienced rapid growth in recent years. Sjraar Hulsman stated, "We offer strawberries throughout the year. Our retail, catering, and wholesale customers are increasingly turning to us due to our service, flexibility, and product quality." read more

Spain holds the position as the leading exporter of strawberries globally, sending out over 300,000 tons annually. The Huelva region, in the south of the country, is central to this high output due to its conducive climate for strawberry cultivation. This advantageous positioning enables Spain to maintain its status as the top exporter of strawberries in the world. read more

Strawberry growers in Estonia are facing challenges due to continuous rain affecting the harvest, which is impacting the availability and pricing of strawberries. Local strawberries were initially selling for up to €16.90 per kilogram in the capital, while Polish strawberries were priced at €11.90 per kilogram. read more

Saga Robotics, the team responsible for the Thorvald robot, has announced a significant three-way partnership with AI crop insights companies Bitwise Agronomy and UK soft fruit producer Chambers Farm. This collaboration is centered around large-scale data collection and predicting yields, with a focus on real-time fruit production. read more

During the final of Strawberry Inspirations 2025, we organized for the first time a strawberry planting competition. It was not only a pleasant addition to the meeting program, but also an opportunity to win valuable prizes and gain knowledge about correct planting techniques and the best methods. read more

Climate change is also affecting strawberries grown between the Val Venosta and the Val Martello, in the heart of the Stelvio National Park. The 2024 season is marked by an early harvest, starting in mid-June, with estimated volumes ranging between 400 and 450. read more