Heurige potatoes from Austria: fresh, regional and full of pleasure!

Heurige potatoes from Austria: fresh, regional and full of pleasure!

Heurige potatoes are now available in all Austrian shops. These freshly harvested varieties that come from domestic farmers can look forward to great interest. The first sale began in mid -May, and from this week the tempting taste of the delicate tubers will be offered in supermarkets and discounters. The last inventory of the previous year's harvest are now largely consumed, so that domestic agriculture is fully relating to the current products. [LKO reports that…] (https://noe.lko.at/heurige-erd%C3%A4pfel-ab-sfort-erhots

While the Viennese and Lower Austrians are spoiled with the first potatoes of the season, the Vice President of the Lower Austria Chamber of Agriculture, Lorenz Mayr, looks at the challenges that have shaped the past year. An increasing threat are wireworms that have demanded over 10% of the potato harvest in recent years. The proportion of around 15% has even increased. These pests are not only a nuisance, but have led in some regions that the affected fields became unusable for the need for food.

quality through care

The quality of the potatoes requires the highest care when choosing and sorting. Due to heat and drought, crop failures not only occur, but also an early loss of freshness. Mayr is optimistic that stable weather conditions will provide a successful harvest. Nevertheless, the careful processing of the tubers is crucial to offer Austrian consumers first -class goods.

The domestic population could be supplied with regional potatoes almost consistently despite these difficulties. Only in May did imports have to be made. The gratifying is that the acreage in Austria has increased easily this year. In addition, the farmers and agricultural organizations have pronounced confidence in market supply. Farmer reports that ...

The advantages of domestic potatoes

potatoes are not only a popular and versatile dish in domestic cuisine, but are also full of nutrients. They are part of a balanced diet that provides important vitamins and minerals. According to a Norwegian study, consumption of two potatoes can even contribute to a longer life every day. Vice President Mayr and IGE chairman Franz Wanzenböck emphasize that consumers not only promote their health through the purchase of regional potatoes, but can also actively support domestic agriculture.

In autumn there will also be a harvest interview in which the Lower Austria Chamber of Agriculture, the interest group potato construction and ama marketing would like to analyze the developments of the past season and the possibilities for the future. This is another step to master the challenges of the potato cultivation. ORF reports that ...

Heurige potatoes are delicate and aromatic and should be kept in the refrigerator so that they keep their quality. Ideally, they are consumed within a few days. The delicate shell can be eaten without further ado, provided that the tubers were cleaned well. The AMA seal of approval gives consumers additional security through the tested quality and origin of the potatoes and promotes the support of domestic producers.