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Rain chaos threatens strawberry harvest: Schorndorf weekly market in distress!
Find out how the change in the weather affects the strawberry harvest at the Schorndorf weekly market and what price changes are expected.
Rain chaos threatens strawberry harvest: Schorndorf weekly market in distress!
An unexpected change in the weather affected the strawberry harvest at the Schorndorf weekly market. The persistent rain has not only made the harvest more difficult, but has also had a direct impact on the prices and quality of the fruit. Stall operators report that the prices of fruits and vegetables vary due to these weather-related fluctuations. Despite visual defects, the strawberries impress with their sweet taste.
Loud ZVW Current market developments are a direct response to the changing weather conditions that are crucial for strawberry cultivation. The harvest is slower than usual, which also delays the marketing of the delicate fruits. Stand operators are therefore concerned about possible availability and price dynamics in the coming weeks.
Price development and harvest balance
The prices for strawberries are currently cheaper than they have ever been this season. This week a bowl of strawberries costs less than two euros, which puts prices below last week's values of 2.39 euros for 500 grams. Loud daily news However, the average price for a kilogram of German strawberries is 5.87 euros. Weather conditions play a crucial role: initially there were optimal conditions, followed by rain, which made harvesting work significantly more difficult.
In the growing regions of Baden-Württemberg, Rhineland-Palatinate, southern Hesse and Bavaria, around 70% of the normal crop has already been harvested. In comparison, in northern Germany, such as Lower Saxony and Brandenburg, only around 20% of strawberries were harvested. The harvest is expected to be completed by the end of July in most states, as the main season in the south ends in early July. A price increase is expected in the second half of June as supply declines.
Quality and cultivation
What is interesting is that the quality of strawberries is strongly influenced by weather conditions. While the outdoor produce depends on the weather, the tunnel strawberries are better protected and often last longer. Owning tunnel facilities can therefore provide important strategic relief for many producers. In recent years, the prices for strawberries have also increased, which is partly due to the minimum wage. The trend shows that the number of strawberry farms in Germany fell to around 1,700 last year, which is 7.5% less than in 2023 and 24% less than 2015.
The total strawberry harvest in Germany amounts to around 100,000 tons annually. Estimates for this year are 130,000 tonnes, indicating a slight recovery. Last year a harvest of 120,000 tonnes was recorded.
In this problematic season, strawberry producers are faced with the challenge of quickly marketing the delicate fruits, while consumers have appreciated the sweet strawberries, despite the visual defects. The coming weeks will be crucial to see how prices develop and whether there are enough high-quality strawberries available in the markets.