THE FIRST AT FIVE. THERE IS GROWING CONCERN TONIGHT ABOUT SOMETHING YOU MAY HAVE JUST PICKED UP FROM THE GROCERY STORE. THE NORTH CAROLINA EXTENSION SERVICE IS WARNING FARMERS ABOUT A STRAWBERRY ...

Strawberry shortages are expected this year due to a fungal disease called neopestalotiopsis, or Neo-P. The fungus has been identified in Ohio since 2021 and has spread to other states, impacting ...

Though harvests were expected to increase this week, production is not expected to meet demand until late December.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A recently discovered crop disease called neopestalotiopsis, widely known as Neo-P, is impacting strawberries in the state. According to experts, the fungal disease spreads ...

VIRGINIA BEACH — In a few weeks, strawberry growers in southeast Virginia will plant their crop to be harvested in May. But many are concerned about a disease that could drastically reduce next year’s ...

A healthy strawberry plant with ripened fruit ready for picking. - KVMArt/Shutterstock Like all plants, strawberries need water to survive, whether they're growing in a raised bed, hanging basket, or ...

A deadly fungal disease impacting strawberries has led to the development of new strawberries to help preserve crops. Scientists from the University of California Davis Strawberry Breeding Program are ...

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Have you seen a strawberry growing in the wintertime? Scientists are in the process of creating a special strawberry that can do just that, plus be resistant to deadly diseases.

Strawberry farming is rapidly growing due to its fruits nutritional and health benefits. The fruits are consumed fresh or as foods in pie, preservatives and as flavours. They are sold locally in major ...