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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Josie Clarke

UK-grown strawberries hit supermarket shelves early thanks to warm weather

British-grown strawberries are now appearing on supermarket shelves, with recent spells of bright sunshine and above-average temperatures significantly boosting their growth.

Tesco is among the first to stock the seasonal fruit, with punnets arriving in stores across Surrey, Kent, Herefordshire, and parts of London from Friday.

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