IQF STRAWBERRY
Strawberry Varieties
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Festival (Season Dec - Jan)
Fortuna (Season Nov - March)
Florida (Season Nov - March)
Sensation (Season Nov - March)
Size Variety​​
Calibrated or Uncalibrated
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15 – 22mm
22 – 26mm
26 – 35mm
May be whole, halves or diced.
Supply chain & Handling
Timely Transport: Essential for maintaining quality; must be transported from farm to pack - house with pre-cooling facilities quickly.
Pre-cooling: Necessary to cool strawberries to 0-1 ºC before loading into refrigerated trucks or reefers.
Loading: Should be done from a climate-controlled dock via cold tunnels to prevent warm air from entering and causing condensation.
Cold Chain: Must be maintained at 0-1 ºC to prevent quality loss and fungal growth.
Careful Handling: During loading and unloading to avoid damage; inspect and document quality upon arrival.
During unloading strawberries must go into a cold storage directly.
Packing examples:
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1 x 10 kg/carton
1 x 20kg / carton
20 x 400g / carton
4 x 2.5kg / carton
Packing and Packaging may be tailored to clients request
​Growing Strawberries
Strawberry plants can grow well in a variety of soil types, from sandy to clay loams. However, for optimal production, the ideal soil is a deep, well-drained sandy loam.​
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Strawberries thrive in slightly acidic soils with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5. Strawberries are best grown in a matted row system, crops are placed 45 - 75 cm apart to allow free growth of roots.
Nutritional properties
Rich in Potassium and Magnesium: Regulates blood pressure and enhances nutrient functions.
Magnesium Benefits: Helps relax nerves and muscles, promotes smooth blood circulation.
High in Vitamin C: Contains more Vitamin C than citrus fruits, providing about 160% of the daily recommended value in a single serving (147 g).
