Strawberry season starts late: Big fruits are waiting for connoisseurs!

Strawberry season starts late: Big fruits are waiting for connoisseurs!

Oberösterreich, Österreich - The strawberry harvest in Upper Austria will start later than usual. According to oe24.at begins the harvest around two weeks later and first fields open only occasionally. Despite the late start, the Chamber of Agriculture OÖ expects a very good strawberry year because the cool temperatures and the rain in May contribute to the development of large, aromatic fruits.

Upper Austria plays an important role in Austrian strawberry production and contributes around 30 percent to the national harvest. This year, the strawberries are particularly large with solid pulp and optimal weather conditions until May. The strawberry harvest in the film tunnel began with small quantities in April, while the field cultivation was also started in early locations.

season start in different regions

The full start of the season is expected in one to two weeks. In Upper Austria, around 70 rural families cultivate strawberries on an area of ​​320 hectares. The individual season starts vary depending on the region. While the harvest has already started in lower areas, the late start of the season in higher locations, such as the upper Mühlviertel and the Prealps, may only take place in the first Juni week, as Orf.at

The weather conditions were crucial in May. After a dry April with high temperatures, there were cooler temperatures and precipitation. Strawberries need moderate temperatures and sufficient water from flowering to fruit ripening to achieve optimal quality, so lko.at .

It is recommended to observe the regional information from the media and strawberry companies in order not to miss any news about harvesting. The anticipation for the strawberry season is growing, and the first fruits promise an enjoyable strawberry year in Upper Austria.