Louisiana Strawberries are Ready for Picking

The first strawberries are already being harvested in Louisiana.

LSU AgCenter horticulture agent Sandra Benjamin said, "some growers have been picking strawberries for nearly a month, thanks to the development of new early-producing varieties".

Benjamin went on to say, "There are not many growers with berries, but they are beginning to come in a little at a time".

Mark Liuzza, a Tangipahoa Parish strawberry grower, said, "the berries look full and healthy, although some of the plants are being damaged by mold."

Liuzza added, "Our growers planted between Sept. 23 and Oct. 7, and they started harvesting the week of Thanksgiving, some growers are harvesting every two days, and on warmer days some farmers have harvested as much as 100 flats per acre.

via [NOLA.com]