human
Is there any way to tell when a ripe strawberry is ready to pick?
assistant
Yes, there are several ways to tell if a ripe strawberry is ready to pick. The most common method involves looking at the color of the berry and comparing it to the color chart on the side of the container or box. Another method is to gently squeeze the berry; if it yields slightly to your touch, it's likely ready for picking. You can also check the stem end of the berry; if it has turned from green to red, then it's probably ripe.