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German Asparagus Season Balances Strong Yields and Shifting Consumer Preferences

While farmers in Hesse and Bavaria report a successful 2025 harvest, new data reveals a growing generational divide in asparagus appreciation.

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Overview

  • A YouGov survey shows 25% of German adults now dislike freshly cooked white asparagus, up from 20% three years ago.
  • Generation Z leads the rejection trend, with 42% expressing dislike for the vegetable, compared to just 19% of those aged 55 and older.
  • Despite this shift, 72% of Germans overall still enjoy asparagus, with women slightly more likely to favor it than men (74% vs. 70%).
  • Hessian and Bavarian farmers report balanced yields, stable prices, and sufficient labor, citing favorable weather conditions as a key factor.
  • White asparagus remains culturally significant, with Germany's per capita consumption averaging 1.2 kilograms annually, primarily from domestic production.