Fourm: Breeding the Best Strawberries

On May 17, 2024, Steven Knapp and Glenn Cole from UC Davis and Hillary Thomas from Naturipe Berry Growers, Inc., came together to share their work. If you love strawberries, you've probably eaten one from the UC Davis Strawberry Breeding Program without knowing it! The breeding program's legacy dates back to the 1930s, and to this day, 60% of the varieties grown in California are derived from UC Davis. Attendees tasted four varieties and heard how UC Davis addresses the soilborne disease Fusarium wilt and growing concerns from the industry. Guittard Chocolate Company provided pairings after the lecture.