Further decline in volume for German asparagus production

Germany 07/25/2024 In Germany, according to the latest estimates, the 2024 harvest is expected to total a lower volume than the 2023 harvest and is expected to be the lowest harvest volume since 2013. According to Destatis, the Federal Statistical Office, the 2024 asparagus harvest is estimated at 105,200 tonnes. This is the lowest harvest volume since 2013, representing -13% compared to the 2017-2023 average (120,400 tonnes). This decline in German production could come, according to Destatis, from the reduction in the productive area which is estimated at 19,600 hectares, or -4% compared to 2023. But also from weather conditions ...