Prices for strawberries and asparagus: Quality has their price!

Prices for strawberries and asparagus: Quality has their price!

Kitzingen, Deutschland - The demand for fresh fruit and vegetables from the region grows, but the associated prices are concerned about many consumers. Strawberries and asparagus are particularly targeted. In recent years, prices for these popular treats have increased significantly, which can be felt not only in Kitzingen, but also in other regions of Bavaria. As the Main-post , a 500-gramm-shell of regional strawberries often costs five euros or more. For the first class asparagus, consumers even have to pay up to twelve euros per kilo.

More and more consumers are trying to use cheaper alternatives that often do not come from their own region. But for many, regional quality comes first, regardless of the prices. At this point it shows that the appreciation for local products is still high, even if they are often more expensive than the mass goods from the supermarket.

prices in detail

The current prices for fruit and vegetables vary greatly depending on the region and quality. For example, the price for asparagus of class I in Schrobenhausen is between 10.50 and 13.00 euros per kilo, depending on the thickness. In Abensberg, the prices are even higher: here the range of 12.00 to 15.90 euros per kilo is sufficient. In Franconia, however, high -quality asparagus can also be found for 10.60 to 13.00 euros per kilo, which means that the price for many consumers moves to an acceptable framework.

The increased prices are not only a challenge for consumers, but also an issue for the agricultural industry. The Federal Office of Food and Agriculture (BLE) observes the market situation to collect current data on fruit and vegetables. This information not only supports farmers, but also the consumers who are interested in a fair market development.

The uncertainty on the market is noticeable and it is all the more important that both providers and buyers deal transparently with each other. In order to meet the increasing price development honestly, initiatives to promote regionality could help. So it is to be hoped that consumers can find a balance between price and quality.