Asparagus

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The asparagus harvest started relatively early this year. By the end of March/early April, the first asparagus spears were being harvested in smaller quantities in some regions. Despite the ongoing spring drought, the relatively moderate temperatures later on ensured... read more

The cultivation area on which asparagus could be harvested amounts to approximately 2,840 hectares. The remaining approximately 520 hectares are dedicated to young plantations that do not yet yield any produce. Compared to the previous year (2024: 3,412 hectares), the total cultivation area decreases by 1.4%. Compared to the average of the years 2019... read more

Na podstawie alarmujących danych dotyczących zbiorów szparagów i truskawek (raportowanych przez FreshPlaza), poszczególne stanowe władze stopniowo udostępniają swoje dane. W szczególności w wiodących regionach uprawy, takich jak Brandenburgia, Badenia i Dolna Saksonia, dane wskazują na znaczący spadek zbiorów.

The individual federal states are now gradually releasing their data following alarming figures on asparagus and strawberry harvests, as reported by FreshPlaza. Particularly in leading growing regions such as Brandenburg, Baden, and Lower Saxony, the figures point to a significant decline in harvests. read more

18,600 tons of strawberries were produced outdoors and 13,300 tons were produced under high walkable protective covers including greenhouses. Strawberries are grown on 2,400 hectares in 2025, a decrease of 4.2% compared to the previous year. read more

The cultivation area of productive asparagus in the asparagus season of 2025 was approximately 3,400 hectares. This represented a decrease of nearly 160 hectares compared to the previous year. The harvest quantity also decreased by 1,500 tons to 18,700 tons compared to 2024. read more

In 2025, the open-field strawberry output in Germany decreased to 75,500 tons, marking the lowest yield in three decades and 4% less than the levels in 2024. Open-field asparagus production also declined to 98,900 tons, the smallest quantity since 2010. This reduction is attributed to decreased cultivation areas. read more

As the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) further reports, this would be the lowest harvest volume since 1995 (68,800 t). The currently estimated strawberry harvest in open fields is therefore 4% below the already very low strawberry harvest of 2024, which was 78,600 t, and falls below the average. read more

The development of the yield area is expected to continue its declining trend, with a decrease of 4% compared to last year. The yield per hectare reached 4.6 tons in 2024, showing a slight recovery (+2%), but was slightly below the ten-year average. read more

Technical visits, exhibition area, on-field demonstrations, workshops, and fair tours. All this in Bordeaux from October 7th to 10th, 2025 with the International Asparagus Days (IAD) and International Berries Days (IBD). Two events in one, a meeting point for stakeholders in two complementary sectors. read more

As part of a master's thesis, a student is investigating how different packaging systems affect the shelf life and quality of fresh asparagus. The goal is to determine which types of packaging best protect asparagus from moisture loss, spoilage, and... read more

From October 7th to 10th, 2025, the 5th edition of the International Asparagus Days (IAD) will be held in Bordeaux. This event is crucial for professionals in the industry from around the globe who are looking to stay informed about the newest technologies, production methods, and market trends. read more

With St. John's Day falling on June 24th, the asparagus season traditionally draws to a close. The 2025 season experienced a sluggish start due to weather conditions, and the absence of prolonged heatwaves resulted in no extended periods of supply and price pressures. Supply and demand remained mostly balanced. read more

Najnowsze dane dotyczące cen hurtowych w funtach za kilogram podkreślają zauważalne zmiany cen kilku świeżych produktów w porównaniu z poprzednim tygodniem. Jabłka Bramley's Seedling zanotowały wzrost cen, gdzie średnia cena wzrosła z £1.32 do £1.42, co stanowi wzrost o 8% w ciągu tygodnia. W przeciwieństwie, read more

Since the end of March, there have been no prolonged heatwaves, which has led to a good development of the asparagus and a well-managed harvest quantity. (During longer heatwaves, large quantities of asparagus become ready for harvest at the same time - this can lead to an oversupply.) read more

Even before the traditional end of the harvest season on St. John's Day on June 24, Pfalzmarkt für Obst und Gemüse eG is drawing mixed conclusions for this year's asparagus season. After Pfalzmarkt eG got off to a very good start in nationwide marketing of the royal vegetable at the end of. read more

After Pfalzmarkt eG started very well in the nationwide marketing of royal asparagus at the end of March with very good qualities, suitable quantities, and producer prices, the market situation quickly changed for the sales specialists at the Mutterstadt asparagus office. read more

The asparagus market is a highly seasonal category that requires special attention during peak sales periods. Between April and May, up to 65% of the volumes sold are concentrated. In recent years, however, signs of difficulty have been evident. read more

Dzięki korzystnym warunkom pogodowym, sezon minął bez większych trudności. Popyt na szparagi i podaż były ogólnie dobrze zrównoważone. Ceny dla konsumentów pozostawały stabilne w większości przypadków i były tylko wyższe niż rok wcześniej podczas powolnego początku sezonu, oraz na read more

W zeszłym roku firma East of Scotland Growers oraz R&K Drysdale połączyły się, tworząc ESG Drysdale. Firma ta jest teraz jednym z największych dostawców warzyw w Wielkiej Brytanii, uprawiając warzywa na 2000 hektarach ziemi z udziałem 18 różnych producentów. "Poprzez połączenie, ESG Drysdale dostrzegło szansę na zoptymalizowanie dostaw. read more