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University of Florida researchers discovered a predator mite that naturally controls two destructive strawberry pests at once. This tiny helper could save farmers money while protecting crops without harsh chemicals.
Researchers boosted strawberry flavor, color, and nutrients by tweaking a single overlooked gene. The breakthrough came with zero impact on fruit size, sweetness, or plant growth.
A mountain town in Costa Rica is hosting its 14th annual strawberry festival, bringing together growers, artisans, and thousands of visitors for four days of free family fun. From giant cakes to eating contests, Vara Blanca is putting its agricultural heritage on delicious display.
The Strawberry Moon rises tonight, marking summer's first full moon with a special sky-hugging appearance that makes it look larger than usual. Southern England has the best chance for clear viewing, with two more summer moons to come.
In 1992, a single farmer imported California strawberry plants to his village in Maharashtra. Today, over 5,000 families earn up to $14,000 per acre growing 35,000 tonnes of strawberries annually.
Indian farmers are ditching risky outdoor strawberry crops for high-tech hydroponics that grow fruit 365 days a year. Meanwhile, scientists are developing India's first homegrown strawberry variety to end reliance on expensive foreign plants.
A small but mighty strawberry sector in Ethiopia is outperforming massive fruit industries, generating $25 million from just 521 hectares while creating jobs across highland communities. The success story is pushing the nation to rethink its agricultural priorities.
Saudi Arabia just harvested its first crop of rare white strawberries, marking a sweet victory for the kingdom's push toward agricultural innovation and food security. The unusual fruit, developed through partnership with the University of Florida, is already drawing families to farms in the Hail region.
Researchers discovered a breakthrough method to trace the strawberry's 4-million-year evolution using DNA "time stamps" hidden in the fruit's genetic code. The technique could unlock the mysteries of how our favorite crops came to be.
A forgotten greenhouse in Uzbekistan is now producing premium strawberries for export, thanks to Korean smart farming technology that transformed 1.5 hectares of unused space into a high-tech food factory. The project shows how innovation can breathe new life into abandoned agricultural infrastructure.
Indian farmers are using artificial intelligence to grow crops in conditions once thought impossible, including strawberries in desert-level heat. From climate control to supply chain optimization, AI is transforming agriculture from guesswork into precision science.
Indian farmers are using artificial intelligence to grow crops year-round despite extreme weather, tripling yields and cutting losses by nearly a quarter. This tech revolution is transforming one of the world's oldest professions into its smartest.
A Korean company transformed an abandoned greenhouse in Uzbekistan into a high-tech strawberry farm producing 30,000 kg in its first shortened season. The project uses AI-powered systems to grow premium fruit for Russian and Kazakh markets while creating a blueprint for modern farming across Central Asia.
A forgotten greenhouse in Uzbekistan is now growing 75,000 strawberry plants using Korean smart farming technology, creating jobs and exporting premium fruit across Central Asia. The project proves that innovation can breathe new life into abandoned infrastructure.
Egypt exported over 208,000 tons of fresh produce and food products to 182 countries in a single week, showcasing the nation's growing role as a global agricultural powerhouse. From sweet potatoes to strawberries, Egyptian farmers are feeding the world.
Rolf Hermanson has spent over two decades making sure Strawberry Days happens, from setting up tents to serving beer to announcing ball drops. His story shows how one person's steady commitment can help keep an entire community tradition alive.
Egypt just cracked open 21 new international markets and exported over 5 million tons of fresh produce in 2026. From Mexican supermarkets to Vietnamese dinner tables, Egyptian oranges, potatoes, and strawberries are feeding the world.
Researchers discovered that biochar, a charcoal made from coconut husks, can help native forests recover from invasive strawberry guava trees that lemurs accidentally spread. The breakthrough could save Madagascar's endangered forests and the animals that depend on them.
A 3.5-acre volunteer garden in Pennsylvania just kicked off its 16th season of growing fresh produce for food pantries, and this year they're planting strawberries in pyramids. From Girl Scouts to entire families, hundreds of volunteers are ditching screens to dig in the dirt for their neighbors.
A Chinese mother turned breakfast criticism into viral gold by serving her teenage son bizarre combinations like durian with hotpot and strawberries with soup dumplings. Her creative response to online haters sparked 900 million views and celebrates a family's joyful bond.
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