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Above all, strawberries are one of the most consumed fruits in Brazil and are considered relatively expensive, making this type of cultivation potentially lucrative for farmers. However, to achieve success in strawberry cultivation, some essential tips are necessary.
Check out the step-by-step process to plant strawberries on the 7MBoots website!
Undoubtedly, the variety of strawberries is one of the greatest advantages of this fruit, which can be consumed fresh or transformed into various foods. Known scientifically as Fragaria, it belongs to the Rosaceae family.
Moreover, strawberries are considered a “new” fruit in agricultural history, as they began being cultivated around 1750 in France when a farmer crossed the Fragaria Chiloensis (Chilean) with the Fragaria Virginiana (North American).
Indeed, one of the main advantages of strawberry cultivation is the market, which has few producers and offers good opportunities for exploration. Additionally, the commercial diversity of the fruit covers a wide range of customers and great income potential.
Now that you know a bit more about the fruit, check out the step-by-step guide for planting strawberries.
Undoubtedly, one of the most important factors in strawberry cultivation is choosing the right location. It is best suited for the southern and southeastern regions due to their climatic conditions, which feature regular rainfall and cooler temperatures. Strawberry plants thrive in temperatures ranging from 13°C to 26°C. Moreover, the plant does not tolerate lack of moisture or excessive heat.
Furthermore, experienced producers indicate that protecting the crop can be enhanced through the use of a greenhouse, which helps mitigate weather conditions.
This greenhouse can be built using thick plastic and wooden slats. Additionally, the planting beds can be divided into squares. Although this process increases the overall budget, it surely guarantees good results.
First and foremost, it is important to note that the producer can either acquire seeds from the fruit (which makes the process more delicate given the need for careful handling during germination) or buy strawberry seedlings that are already germinated, less fragile, and ready to be planted in the soil.
The initial step is to create a list of nurseries that offer strawberry seeds or seedlings and verify the quality of the producers since the success of the fruit's cultivation depends on this factor.
Undoubtedly, one of the key steps to ensuring good products is emphasizing soil quality.
To begin preparation, remove all debris from the surface of the chosen location. Additionally, if the chosen soil has previously been used for other crops, it’s recommended to plow the area. Next, it is important to enrich the soil with chemical components to prevent pest occurrences and perform liming. Finally, you should add pesticides and wait 15 to 30 days before starting the planting process.
After preparing the soil, it’s time to start sowing the strawberries. Begin by creating holes for planting the seeds or seedlings. Typically, the holes should be around 40 cm wide and 25 cm deep.
Moreover, it’s important to note that before planting, the seedlings should be kept in the shade and handled carefully since the leaves are delicate and can be damaged if crushed.
The best time to plant strawberries is between April and May when climatic conditions are favorable. Additionally, the planting should be covered with black plastic for the first 20 days.
Strawberry plants require irrigation, but it should be done moderately to prevent the soil from becoming waterlogged, as this can lead to root rot. Thus, water the strawberries twice a week to ensure the soil remains moist.
The harvest of strawberries can begin 3 to 5 months after sowing. The fruit will be ready for harvest when it reaches a medium size and exhibits a red color with small black dots. The best way to remove strawberries from the plant is by cutting them at the stem. However, care must be taken during handling to avoid damaging the pulp.
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