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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Josie Clarke

British strawberries bigger and sweeter after cool spring and recent warmth

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The British strawberry season has arrived slightly late but the fruit will be bigger and sweeter than previous years, according to growers.

British Berry Growers said the cooler spring weather had resulted in a slower ripening period, with fruit arriving on shop shelves around a month later than last year’s first harvests.

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