Planned production of Candonga strawberries is rising

In the BASILICATA region , currently the No. 1 region for strawberry production in Italy, the 2016 campaign should be excellent .

This year data from Club Candonga production will reach 12 000 tonnes for estimated turnover of 30 million euros . BASILICATA in the region, the variety Sabrosa covers an area of ??680 hectares , including 250 hectares or 37% are intended to provide TOP QUALITY Candonga .

Strawberry production has fallen over the last 10 years in Emilia Romagna and Campania regions that have lost the rule in favor of the Basilicata region. The variety Sabrosa found its ideal habitat in this region of southern Italy . Color, aroma, balance between acidity and sweetness.

source : ilmetapontino.it