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.