Elizabeth, I hope some strawberry expert gives you some advice. I don't grow them in my garden but I know that the commercial ones are heavily spray with fungicide. If I have to guess maybe one bed keeps wetter than the other? with the rains and humidity that we get, airflow is very important.

Silvia

Looks like snails/ slugs - some can be quite small.

I use this - got it @ Home Depot ...

Hi Silvia! Humidity is a good thought as it definitely began when it got so rainy.

I didn't mention but I have these mulched with straw. Perhaps today I'll put some fresh straw down as well.

Thank you Carol! I'll give some snail / slug treat a try. Maybe some beer in a container first as a test. Do you think that works?

I don't use beer traps - tried it before & it wasn't very effective...

Exactly! Save the beer for those who'll appreciate it = )