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The evolution of the strawberry

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In Ipswich, food historian Susan Benjamin was gleeful after filling a quart of strawberries at Russell Orchards. (Andrea Shea/WBUR)
In Ipswich, food historian Susan Benjamin was gleeful after filling a quart of strawberries at Russell Orchards. (Andrea Shea/WBUR)

It's peak season for a popular summer fruit: strawberries. But it took some time to become the juicy, plump and sweet fruit we know today.

Food historian Susan Benjamin tells WBUR 's Andrea Shea the riveting evolution of the strawberry.

This segment aired on June 24, 2024.

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Andrea Shea Correspondent, Arts & Culture
Andrea Shea is a correspondent for WBUR's arts & culture reporter.

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