Overview

• A YouGov survey commissioned by Deutsche Presse-Agentur found that 79% of Germans consider strawberries their favorite fruit, far outpacing apples, raspberries, and cherries.
• Strawberries are technically pseudo-fruits, with their true fruits being the tiny seeds, or achenes, on their surface.
• Germans consume an average of 3.3 kilograms of strawberries annually, with 40% of demand met by domestic production, according to the Bundesanstalt für Landwirtschaft und Ernährung.
• The German strawberry season, eagerly anticipated by 89% of respondents, runs until the end of June, showcasing the fruit's cultural significance.
• Rich in vitamin C, fiber, and key minerals, strawberries also offer health benefits such as cardiovascular protection, antimicrobial effects, and anti-inflammatory properties, as highlighted by the Bundeszentrum für Ernährung.