Wait sweet strawberries: pick yourself in the Murtal!

Wait sweet strawberries: pick yourself in the Murtal!

Murau, Österreich - The strawberry season has started and the first strawberry fields in the Mur Valley are now open to pick yourself. The Hafellner family, who runs three strawberry fields, already reports on well -mature, sweet and lush strawberries. Despite the challenges that the weather brought with it this year, the fruits are particularly aromatic and inviting. "It is free of charge for picking with us; only what actually ends up in the cup or basket," explains farmer Barbara Hafellner.

In Styria, the strawberry intake extends over around 180 hectares, which makes the region the third largest strawberry growing area in Austria. Around 15 companies offer the opportunity to put on hand and pick strawberries directly from the field. The fields in Fohnsdorf opened on Thursday, followed by the opening in Weyern (Spielberg) today and other fields in Judenburg on Saturday.

seasonal highlights and health benefits

The strawberry harvest in 2025 promises to be exceptionally good: an ideal climate with mild spring temperatures and regular precipitation has led to particularly sweet and aromatic fruits. Fresh strawberries even have more vitamin C than lemons. A 200 g of strawberries contains the entire daily requirement of an adult on vitamin C. These small red fruits are also a healthy snack, with only 35 kilocalories per 100 g and a high water content of around 90 %.

The nutrient composition of the strawberries also shows how healthy they are. They contain important minerals such as calcium, potassium and iron, the latter improving iron absorption in the body. Another advantage: strawberries are diabetic -friendly due to their low carbohydrates. The numerous vitamins and minerals not only support the immune system, but are also particularly valuable for pregnant women because they contain folic acid.

tips for picking and storage

If you make your way to the strawberry fields, you should know that the mature strawberries are deep red and plump while the immature fruits still appear greenish and white. "The right storage is crucial to get the freshness of the strawberries," advises Hafellner. In order to extend their durability, strawberries should be stored in a flat bowl in a cool place without pressure. They stay in the refrigerator for two to three days, while fresh strawberries can even be edible from the field.

There are many ways to enjoy strawberries: they are ideal in salads, as a cake decor, in jam or simply with a blob. But it tastes best fresh from the field, ideally consumed on the same day.

The Styria offers a diverse selection of strawberry fields, including strawberry bauer , the largest offer around Graz, and a total of many other options, the fruit directly from To move into producers. This not only protects the environment, but also ensures shorter transport routes and thus fresh strawberries on our plates.

Overall, the harvest time for strawberries in Styria is not only a festival for the senses, but also an excellent opportunity to enjoy healthy eating directly from the source.

For more details about the season and the best pick-up tips, take a look at pharmacies Umschau . For the latest news from the region My district