Strawberry

What gives it its taste and how to recognise it

• appropriate choice of variety to suit the soil and climate
• spring with good day/night temperature range
• tolerance and resistance to the main adverse conditions
• sugar content of above 6.5° Brix
• acidity between 7.5 and 13 mEq/100 cc inclusive
• sugar/acidity balance
• shiny, rich red colour
• crisp in texture.

Nutritional and nutraceutical value

• energy content: 27 Kcal/100g;
• rich in: vitamin C, potassium, anthocyanins, polyphenols and fisetin;
• benefits: helps lower the risk of cancer and prevent cellular ageing and degenerative diseases, such as stroke.