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Strawberry Harvests Hit Hard by Flooding & Rot – Latvian Growers Adapt
Aluksne & Malpils, Latvia – Strawberry farmers across Latvia are facing notable challenges this season, with yields down as much as 30% due to adverse weather conditions. Reports indicate widespread flooding in Aluksne, impacting fields lacking adequate drainage [[3]], adn substantial strawberry rot in Malpils due to warm, humid weather [[3]].
Agronomists are emphasizing the role of current weather patterns in accelerating the advancement of rot [[3]]. The “August strawberries” in Malpils have been particularly affected, with quality and quantity both suffering.
Though, Latvian strawberry growers are demonstrating resilience and innovation. Farmers are increasingly utilizing remontant (repair) strawberries – varieties capable of producing multiple harvests throughout the season – to extend the availability of the fruit [[3]]. The adoption of tunnel cultivation is also on the rise, offering protection from the elements and mitigating the impact of unpredictable weather.
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