Strawberry Cultivation Guide
Soil Requirement
Bed Preparation
A two-row method on a single raised bed is helpful for strawberry cultivation. Size of Bed: 60 cm, Route: 50 cm and Size: 45 cm.
FYM and Basal Dose
During Bed Preparation, add FYM and Basal Dose to provide nutrients and enhance soil structure.
Mulching
The primary purpose of plastic mulching is to keep the soil temperature stable and protect the roots from cold damage.
Irrigation
Strawberry farming requires drip irrigation. The drip system has one to two lateral lines 16 mm wide, with drippers placed every 30 cm and discharging 2 to 4 litres per hour.
Harvesting
Strawberry fruit begins to be harvested when the natural crimson colour reaches 50% to 75%. Therefore, the optimum time to harvest strawberries is in the morning.