Soilless agriculture requires soil in different growing environments for products instead of soil. It is the method of education that he was raised without hearing about. Production is done in different media such as stone wool, cocopeat, perlite, vermiculite or in liquid nutrient solutions. The product generally used in strawberry production is cocopeat.
Cocopeat comes first among these. Cocopeat is a type of soil created by processing and compressing coconut shells and turning them into blocks and offered to users. It absorbs and collects water and nutrients 9 times its own weight. Thanks to its special structure, it creates a maximum rooting and growth environment. It saves water, fertilizer, time and labor.
Producing strawberries as soilless agriculture has advantages such as higher yield, easier maintenance, less disease and fewer pest problems. While plants use water, nutrients and energy more efficiently, production is carried out in greenhouses. Because it is inside. It enables production in both summer and winter. This method also takes up less space, ensuring maximum efficiency from the unit area, and plays an important role in saving major expenses such as water and fertilizer.
Strawberries are red in color due to the natural pigments called anthocyanin found in them.
Strawberries are harvested from spring to mid-summer. With modern agricultural techniques, production can be done for 12 months.
Strawberries can be kept fresh for 2-4 days in the refrigerator in an air-permeable container without being washed.
Strawberries are a powerful source of antioxidants. They are a fruit that supports heart health and regulates digestion with their high fiber structure. They also help regulate blood sugar.
Types such as garden strawberry, Alpine strawberry, Virginia strawberry, Chilean strawberry, Mara des Bois strawberry are popular.
Strawberries can be grown in gardens, greenhouses and pots using various methods.
Strawberries can be consumed fresh, used in desserts and drinks, made into jam and marmalade, put in ice cream and included in salads.
