Strawberry season in Slubice: prices are falling, weather is causing problems!

Strawberry season in Slubice: prices are falling, weather is causing problems!

Strawberry season in Poland is in full swing! In Slubice near Frankfurt (Oder) the fresh strawberries are sprouting and the traders are happy about the high demand. Loud Moz.de Prices for the sweet fruits vary between 5 and 6 euros per kilo, with 500 grams of strawberries available for 2.50 euros. A truly delicious offer considering that prices in Germany are often higher, such as 8.98 euros per kilo in Kremmen or 9 euros in Pillgram.

However, the current weather conditions are causing problems for traders: rain, high humidity and cold nights are hindering the quality of the harvest. Traders are hoping for better weather to improve quality and prices as rain-affected fruits often have to be sorted out. Good to know that the best strawberry plantations are located about 100 kilometers from Slubice in the Szczecin and Poznań region.

Popularity and culinary versatility

Strawberries are not only a delight for the taste buds, but also a real health bomb! They are rich in vitamin C, fiber, folic acid and antioxidants. Whether pure, in a fresh salad, in smoothies or as a tempting dessert - the possible uses are countless. How Weather.com Reportedly, the main season for strawberries is from May to July, with the first fruits often being harvested in the last week of April.

The most popular strawberry varieties in Germany include Clery, Malwina and Senga Sengana. There are over 1,000 different varieties, but only a few are truly widespread. Worth knowing: Strawberries consist of 90% water and only have around 35 calories per 100 grams. They are a helpful contribution to covering folate requirements, which are often not sufficiently covered in Germany.

Price forecasts and local harvest

Strawberry prices are subject to fluctuating conditions. BR.de notes that prices fluctuate, with low records of under two euros per kilo being reached in recent weeks. In mid-May, average prices were around 8.19 euros per kilo, but due to above-average rainfall before Pentecost, the harvest is now good. Despite this high yield, softer strawberries can have a shorter shelf life, forcing sellers to quickly reduce their prices.

Currently, around two thirds of the strawberry fields in Germany have already been harvested. The supply of local strawberries will soon become scarcer, while demand remains consistently high. The strawberry is and remains the most popular fruit in Germany - a fact that does not go unnoticed by the federal government. Association representatives expect prices to stabilize and the possibility of an increase if weather and harvest conditions remain stable.

So if you want to enjoy the crunchy, sweet fruits, you should act quickly and maybe even opt for strawberries you picked yourself from a self-picking field - a cost-effective and sociable option for the whole family!