Blueberry hype: Harvest fresh fruit now in Northern Germany!

Blueberry hype: Harvest fresh fruit now in Northern Germany!

The blueberry season is in full swing in Lower Saxony and Northern Germany! With the beginning of the harvest, which is just beginning to roll into the self-picking fields, both locals and visitors can look forward to the sweet, blue fruits. Loud North24 The first blueberries are now ripe, while the southern regions of Germany have been harvesting for a while. But the wait was worth it: the optimal growing conditions in the region's moor and heath soils promise a high-quality harvest.

The popular variety 'Duke' in particular is harvested from the end of June, with the main quantities expected between mid-July and early August. The head of the experimental station for soft fruit in Langförden, Felix Koschnick, emphasizes that the conditions for blueberry cultivation in the North German Plain are ideal and that excellent fruit quality can be expected this season Celle press reported.

Sustainability and health in focus

Local blueberries not only impress with their taste, but also with their sustainability. Compared to imported fruits, they have shorter transport routes, a better carbon footprint and require less water. The little blue wonders are also rich in antioxidants, especially anthocyanins, as well as vitamin C and fiber. Regular consumption can even improve memory, making it a real “superfood”, like the Lower Saxony Chamber of Agriculture underlined.

The blueberry season will last until September as there are different varieties with staggered ripening times. In 2023, 159 companies were active on 2,249 hectares in Lower Saxony, and the harvest was also impressive this year - around 9,923 tons of blueberries were successfully harvested. Lower Saxony remains the leading federal state in blueberry cultivation, with almost 65 percent of the nationwide cultivated area.

Harvest time for all blueberry lovers

Self-picking fields now offer the opportunity to enjoy the delicious berries directly from the field. Numerous companies invite you to harvest the ripe fruits yourself. This not only promotes enjoyment of nature, but also provides a bonding experience for families and friends. Hermann Müller, a long-time blueberry farmer from the region, reports: "It's always a pleasure to share the harvest season with our customers. Fresh picking brings a lot of joy and better quality!"

Harvesting blueberries is an opportunity to enjoy summer to the fullest - and do something good for your health at the same time. So if you're in the mood for fresh, regional fruit, you should quickly make your way to the new harvest fields!