ALL ABOUT THE BERRIES
STRAWBERRY 101
WHEN SHOULD STRAWBERRIES BE WASHED?
To help berries retain flavor, texture, and nutrients, avoid washing or removing their caps until ready for use.
SELECTING BERRIES AT THE GROCERY STORE
The berries should have a glossy bright appearance and red color developed. Fruit with shriveling, mushiness, signs of spoilage or a dull appearance should be avoided.
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PEAK SEASON FOR STRAWBERRIES
All of our strawberries are grown in Central Florida. Harvest season is December - April with peak season being February - March.
HOW MANY SEEDS ARE IN EACH BERRY?
Strawberries are the only fruit that have seeds on the outside - about 200 of them.
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DO STRAWBERRIES CONTAIN ANY IMPORTANT NUTRIENTS?
Yes, they contain fiber (which is good for your gut), vitamin a (aids in the health of
our eyes, skin and immune system),
vitamin c (helps with wound healing),
folic acid and potassium.
DID YOU KNOW STRAWBERRIES ARE PRE-COOLED?
Precooling a strawberry happens no more than one hour after harvest. The temperature range is from 32-34 degrees Fahrenheit. The purpose of precooling is to remove field heat to provide top quality berries. Without the precooling, the berries would deteriorate quickly.