2025-04-11 12:29:09
Agriculture
Climate Change

Challenges Faced by Asparagus Farmers Amid Drought

Asparagus farmers in Germany are grappling with significant challenges due to prolonged drought conditions. In Lower Saxony, concerns mount over the potential impact on harvest quality and output.

Despite stable prices this season, the specter of drought looms large, particularly as March 2025 recorded one of the driest spells in history. The situation is compounded by rising labor costs and increased competition from cheaper green asparagus imports.

As a result, one in four white asparagus farms may close this year. While the cultivation of asparagus benefits from sunny weather, farmers remain wary of potential crop failures and economic pressures.

The government is stepping in with support and advice, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable agricultural practices.

zeit
10. April 2025 um 12:14

Official Season Opening: Asparagus Farmers Worry About Drought

Asparagus farmers in Lower Saxony are concerned about drought, as the ongoing dryness could affect the quality and harvest of the asparagus. Despite the cautious demand following the COVID-19 period, the farmers have so far been able to offer asparagus at stable prices. The official season opening took place in the Osnabrück district, where the NRW Minister of Agriculture also participated.
zeit
11. April 2025 um 04:30

Lack of rain: Drought poses a challenge for farmers

The persistent drought poses a challenge for farmers in Schleswig-Holstein. The Ministry of Agriculture offers advice and support. March 2025 was very dry, which is affecting agriculture. If it does not rain in the next 14 days, there could be problems for the winter crop. The dikes on the North Sea coast are also suffering from water scarcity. On the other hand, asparagus benefits from the sunny weather.
gmx
11. April 2025 um 04:33

Black: Drought a Challenge for Farmers

Schleswig-Holstein's Agriculture Minister, Werner Schwarz, sees the ongoing drought as a challenge for the state's farmers. The ministry is offering advice and support, as March 2025 was one of the driest on record since weather records began. This is affecting the growth of summer cereals, which urgently need water. Whether there will be crop losses is still unclear. The President of the Chamber of Agriculture warns that the drought is also affecting the dikes on the North Sea coast, while as..
EURACTIV.com
11. April 2025 um 04:00

Germany’s obsession with ‘white gold’ is getting a lot more expensive

Germany's beloved white asparagus is becoming more expensive due to rising labor costs, competition from cheaper green asparagus imports, and a decline in domestic production. The white asparagus industry is facing challenges, with one in four farms expected to close this year. While white asparagus has been a cultural staple in Germany, green asparagus is gaining popularity as a more affordable and convenient option. The article highlights the exploitation of seasonal agricultural workers and..
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