Typically, strawberry plants are short-day sensitive and fruit in spring. Leaf development and root growth are strongly regulated by temperature. Excessive irrigation can lead to nutrient deficiencies in the root zone because it can cause leaching of sulfur, boron, and nitrogen. New varieties may be day-neutral and are capable of fruiting under all day lengths, so long as temperatures are cool. The annual hill system is primarily used in areas having mild winters and either hot or moderate summers. Irrigation Good irrigation plays an important role in growing and maintaining healthy strawberry plants by allowing for optimal plant growth and crop production. The recommended ways for irrigating this crop are limited. Strawberries food Introduction The cultivated strawberry belongs to the genus Fragaria in the Rosaceae family and is a hybrid of two native species, F. Florida strawberries are harvested by hand every three days during harvest season. During the 2014 crop year, 207 mil...