Strawberries during the harvest period. How to take care of fruit size and effective plantation protection?
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

The availability of Italian strawberries was limited.
Krajowe truskawki dominowały na rynku. Holenderskie dostawy zajmowały drugie miejsce pod względem ilości. Według niemieckiego urzędu BLE, dostawy z Grecji i Polski były głównie

Strawberries during the 2026 harvest. The weather is favorable, but ... it is necessary to take care of the quality of the fruit!
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

The first strawberries are ripening in Hornigi. The 2026 harvest has started at the farm of Magdalena and Mateusz Włodarczyk.
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

Strawberries without gray mold... and without residue! How to do it?
The flowering period of strawberries is one of the most important moments determining the quality and quantity of the harvest. It is during this time that the risk of infection by gray mold

Ground strawberries after frost - which varieties and cultivation systems performed well?
As the expert emphasized, despite a very difficult start to the season and strong frosts in April, the plantations are currently looking very good. In the case of the 'Rumba' variety, flower

Strawberries are in bloom. How to care for the quality and longevity of the fruits?
The end of strawberry blossoming is one of the most important moments in plantation fertilization technology. It is at this time that growers decide on the quality, firmness, and longevity of the

Strawberries Between Rains (Plantation Monitoring, 18.05.2026)
The condition of strawberries on each plantation looks a little different. There are places where the water has almost washed away the strawberries from the field, while in other areas the

Polish strawberries versus imports. Spanish fruits win on price, but consumers are increasingly paying attention to quality.
There is currently a clear battle for the consumer on the store shelves. On one hand, the first Polish strawberries from tunnel cultivation are appearing, while on the other hand, imported fruits

Borówki i truskawki związane z korzyściami dla zdrowia mózgu
Berries, especially blueberries and strawberries, are widely recognized as a healthy food option, valued for their nutritional benefits and their potential positive effects on brain health.

Strawberry prices mainly decreased over time.
Greco i holenderskie truskawki wydają się stanowić większość dostaw. W kwestii objętości za nimi podążały ładunki włoskie i hiszpańskie. Pomimo zwiększenia

Patent for even strawberries throughout the entire harvest using the Flair variety as an example.
Early strawberry production in plastic tunnels offers huge opportunities to achieve high prices for the fruits, but also presents specific requirements for growers. One of the biggest challenges,

Polish strawberries from cold tunnels now available for sale.
End of April. In the plastic tunnels under Krakow, the air is heavy with sweetness. "It already smells beautifully of strawberries," says Agnieszka Leleń with a smile, who, together with her

Popyt na truskawki rośnie wśród młodszych konsumentów.
The Dutch association GroentenFruit Huis reports that the demand for strawberries among younger consumers increased by 6 percent in 2025, while the Netherlands' own crop grew to around 91,000

Polish strawberries versus imported fruits
In national retail chains, there is an increasing number of strawberries available for sale – not only imported ones, but also those originating from domestic greenhouse production. The chains

To protect strawberries from frost when you don't have agricultural fleece, you can use the following methods: 1. **Mulch**: Apply a thick layer of mulch, such as straw, hay, leaves, or pine needles, around the base of the strawberry plants. This will he
Spring on strawberry plantations is increasingly marked by uncertainty. Periods of warmth that accelerate vegetation alternate with sudden temperature drops, and frosts appear just when the plants

Strawberries are blooming in the tunnels (plantation monitoring, 15.04.2026)
In tunnels where strawberries are grown for early harvest, the varieties that start ripening their fruits earlier are entering full bloom. Varieties that ripen a bit later are just approaching

Is it worth mulching strawberries grown in substrate?
In the 7/2024 issue of "The Blueberry Patch," readers could read about a report from the German farm of Cornelius Gerbert, where strawberries are grown in various systems - both in open fields and

Polish greenhouse strawberries - the harvest has started.
With the beginning of the season, the first Polish greenhouse strawberries appear on the market - fresh, aromatic, and long-awaited by consumers. Benjamin Pietruszka from a family farm shares

Frozen strawberries from Egypt have flooded the Polish market. Such numbers have never been recorded before.
Egypt has doubled its export of frozen strawberries to Poland, setting a new record and strengthening its dominance in the European market. In 2025, Poland imported 62,200 tons of Egyptian frozen

Cold, cool, hot - strawberries in tunnels (plantation monitoring, 29.03.2026)
Outside the windows in the last few days, it has been quite dark, gloomy, and overall chilly. Not much is happening in the fields, but in the tunnels with strawberries, vegetation is still

Strawberries in the field ready to go (plantation monitoring, 23.03.2026)
In the fields, it is warm and sunny, but the soil is becoming increasingly dry. It is essential to take action in the fields to not miss the right moment for certain activities. Firstly, while it

"Sezon truskawek we Włoszech rozpoczyna się od umiarkowanych cen i dużych owoców." "The Italian strawberry season starts with moderate prices and large fruits."
Pierwsze włoskie truskawki tegorocznego sezonu dotarły na hurtowy rynek we Fryburgu w 10. tygodniu. "Rozpoczynamy nowy sezon praktycznie w ten sam sposób, co w zeszłym roku" -

"Zaawansowani klienci eksportowi wybierają wyższej jakości, ale niezawodne truskawki z Holandii i Belgii."
The extreme weather in southern Europe has significantly impacted the current soft fruit market in recent weeks. "Since January, flooding and storms have led to delays and quality issues.

Strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries are recommended for the holidays! We are checking the prices.
We are approaching the last moment for Christmas shopping. There are queues in the stores, but instead of sweets, maybe it's worth considering a healthier snack in the form of berries? There is no