Strawberry Varieties in the United States — 1968

Abstract

The selection of strawberry varieties for commercial production can change faster than any other kind of fruit. Varieties generally reflect a strong environmental adaption. Another strong influence on the success of a variety is its adaption to specific cultural and marketing practices. Disease resistance is increasingly important to reduce risks in growing the crop because of the need for high yields per acre to reduce per unit costs. At this time strawberry production is not increasing and, in fact, every major strawberry region in this country decreased in production in 1967 ^† . The variety picture is changing rapidly and seems to be in a state of flux and this paper may best be used as a reference point for future comparisons.