Bumper crops of strawberries and cherries have been produced in the heatwave, resulting in farmers slashing prices to offload tonnes of extra produce and prevent them from going to waste. The Times reports the prolonged spell of sunshine has led to a growth spurt for both fruits in counties which include Norfolk, Lancashire, Herefordshire and Kent.
Alastair Brooks, the managing director of Langdon Manor Farm, near Faversham, Kent, said the weather during the spring through to the heatwave had provided perfect growing conditions. He said: “Following a mild, settled spring, we have experienced prolonged sunshine, extra daylight and very little rain in the last few weeks.
"This has resulted in an abundance of healthy, perfectly ripe, extra-sweet strawberries. After a wet Jubilee weekend, we are excited to be able to finally celebrate the British strawberry season.”
