Half Eaten Strawberries . Get some regular vinegar and mix with 10 parts of water. Spray them with a mixture of dish soap and water. Half Eaten Strawberry Stock Photos Image 8736173 from www.dreamstime.com My fruits are left without. My strawberries are under netting and on straw and i have checked under the straw for slugs and didn't find any. How to protect them either natural or chemical im interested to know.