Data set for Amino acid-based biostimulants and microbial biostimulants promote the growth, yield, and resilience of strawberries in soilless glasshouse cultivation.xlsx

To address the rising demand for strawberries in the UK and the challenges of consistent production under stress, this study explored the use of biostimulants as eco-friendly alternatives to conventional agrochemicals. Two commercial biostimulants, 'Vitalnova Prime' (VP) and 'Vitalnova Triboost' (VT), were tested on ‘Malling Centenary’ (June bearer) and ‘Malling Ace’ (ever bearer) strawberry cultivars in a soilless hydroponic system within an unheated glasshouse. VP, an amino acid-based foliar spray, and VT, a microbial inoculant, significantly improved vegetative growth, yield, and resilience. Results showed notable increases in leaf number, crown diameter, shoot biomass, fruit yield, and reduced disease incidence, demonstrating the potential of biostimulants to sustainably enhance strawberry cultivation.<br><br><br>