National Strawberry Day

Feb 27, 2026 | Food Blog

National Strawberry Day is a day of celebration and recognition of the strawberry fruit. It is celebrated annually on February 27th and serves to recognize the strawberry as an iconic and tasty fruit.

The strawberry is a sweet and delicious berry that is native to many countries around the world. It is believed to have originated in Europe and has since been cultivated in many different countries. It is a popular ingredient in desserts, jams, and juices, as well as being eaten raw or frozen. In fact, strawberries have been a part of culinary culture for centuries.

Strawberries are often used in a variety of different ways. They are widely used in desserts, jams, juices, smoothies, and other beverages. Strawberries can also be eaten raw or frozen and are often used as toppings on breakfast foods. Additionally, strawberries are used to make syrups, ice creams, sorbets, and other treats.

The majority of strawberries in the United States come from California. California is the largest producer of strawberries in the United States, producing more than 80% of the total domestic supply. Florida is the second largest producing roughly 15% of the total domestic strawberries in the US. Oregon, Washington, and Michigan produce the rest.

Fun facts about strawberries:

• Strawberries are the only fruit with seeds on the outside.

• Strawberries are the first fruit to ripen in the spring.

• Strawberries are a member of the rose family.

• Strawberries are packed with vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants.

• The average strawberry has 200 seeds.

See the following Strawberry Recipes in our recipe section::

  • · Strawberry Shortcake
  • · Florida Strawberry Spinach Salad
  • · Florida Strawberry BBQ Sauce
  • · Strawberry Key Lime Pie

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