The north of Spain turns golden thanks to the “fruits of the 21st century”

Asturias, home to one of the first blueberry plantations in Europe in 1968, plays a very important role in the national production of this fruit, complementing Huelva’s season. This region, together with the north of Spain, is attracting increasing interest from companies in berries, Thanks to favorable conditions for growing late varieties, How Rabbit eye.

According to Adrian Garcia of Arándanos El Cierrón, “Asturias can play an important role in the national blueberry production, complementing Huelva’s season.“. At their nursery located in Villaviciosa, they specialize in the production of the Velluto Blue variety, which has proven itself to be one of the best options among Rabbiteyes due to its high productivity and excellent taste. In addition, this variety allows the blueberry season in Spain to be extended until September, when few other varieties will be able to compete in quality.

This interest in the northern regions of Spain is largely due to more stable climatic conditions with sufficient water, which favor the cultivation of red fruits, especially compared to other producing regions such as Peru, which have suffered from the effects of climate change. It is stabilizedd, together with the possibility of extending the national harvest until October or November, positions Asturias as a key region for the future of blueberry production in Spain.

In addition to blueberries, El Sierra also relies on mini kiwis, which, according to Adrian, “Because of its characteristics and properties, it is processed like any other red fruit.”. Demand for this small fruit, which is eaten without the peel and is rich in antioxidants, has increased significantly.