Blueberry cultivation in Brandenburg called a 'success story' as harvest begins

Blueberry season has begun in Brandenburg, Germany, with harvests expected to continue until September. The state's Ministry of Agriculture has lauded blueberry cultivation as a "success story," noting a more than threefold increase in cultivated area from 120 to 400 hectares in the last ten years.

With a harvest volume of nearly 3,000 tons in 2025, the blueberry has become Brandenburg's most significant berry crop, surpassing sea buckthorn. Stephan Nickisch, the state secretary for agriculture, announced this at the start of the blueberry harvest in Beelitz. Regional blueberries are expected to retail between 10 and 12 euros per kilogram.

Jürgen Jakobs, a farmer who grows blueberries alongside asparagus, expressed relief for recent rainfall, stating it is crucial for fruit development. He noted that the recent heatwave with extreme temperatures had not harmed the berries thus far. Around 20 farms in Brandenburg cultivate these berries, and some offer pick-your-own options for consumers.

Cultivated blueberries, bred for cultivation, have light-colored flesh and do not typically stain the tongue blue, unlike their wild counterparts. These low-sugar fruits are valued for their health benefits, containing Vitamin E and manganese, and their high anthocyanin content is believed to offer cell-protective effects.

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The rain was eagerly awaited. It is good so that fruits can develop.