Strawberries are one of America’s favorite fruits. Here's a Glance at the U.S. Strawberry Industry:

• In 2024, U.S. strawberry production exceeded 3.2 billion pounds—a record level and about a 12% increase over the previous year.
• Strawberries remain one of the most important specialty fruits in the U.S., with California accounting for roughly 90% of production and Florida supplying much of the winter crop.
• California strawberry acreage continues to expand to meet demand, especially in key growing regions like Watsonville/Salinas.
• U.S. fresh strawberry exports reached record levels in 2024, topping 351 million pounds and valued at more than $570 million, making strawberries one of the top fresh fruit exports from the U.S.
• Florida’s 2024 harvest generated around $540 million in farmgate value, making strawberries one of the state’s highest-value fruit crops.