Tridge summary
Strawberry season in the UK is expected to start 15 days later than usual due to cooler and cloudier weather in March. Despite the delayed start, the first major harvests are planned for the end of May. The slower growth has resulted in stronger plants, producing larger and juicier fruits. The crops, grown under tunnels, have not been damaged and the UK is on track to meet its summer strawberry demand.
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Original content
England 05/14/2024 The colder and more gloomy weather (only 95.2 hours of sunshine in March) than average favored a slow development of the strawberries. Local media cite comments from British strawberry producers who are announcing a 2024 season late by around 15 days. The first big harvests of the season are planned for the end of May. The fruits will be large and juicy, according to growers. The weather conditions caused no damage, with the crops being protected under tunnels. The slow growth has strengthened the plants which will produce larger fruits. The United Kingdom, thanks to the evolution of ...
Source: Fructidor
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