Sanddorn Decline: The Disappearance of a Cultural and Nutritional Icon
The Sanddorn, a berry known for its high vitamin C content and cultural significance in East Germany, is experiencing a significant decline. Since 2015, the plant has been dying off along the German Baltic coasts and on plantations. The causes of this decline are not fully understood, but factors such as climate change and fungal infections are suspected. Historically, Sanddorn was a vital source of vitamin C in East Germany, often referred to as the 'Lemon of the East.' The decline has been particularly severe in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, where commercial cultivation is nearing an end. In contrast, Brandenburg has become the largest producer in Germany, with efforts to adapt cultivation practices to changing conditions. 
