France remains the leader in European maize production, boasting a considerable share of €20.36 million, reflecting a 9.4% year-on-year growth from 2023. Romania follows, albeit with a slight decline of 2.21%, while Poland shows remarkable growth at 36.4%. Italy and Germany also exhibit positive trends with increases of 6.42% and 17.91%, respectively. Spain's production value is noted at €7.48 million, a solid 11.64% rise, and Hungary shows marginal growth at 0.13%. Noteworthy increases are observed in Austria (13.02%), Croatia (13.85%), Portugal (13.6%), and the Czech Republic (19.69%). Smaller markets like Lithuania (17.67%), the Netherlands (16.36%), Sweden (27.68%), and Luxembourg (23.64%) also post significant year-on-year variations, although the absolute values are lower.
Looking forward, the forecast for 2024 suggests continued growth in Poland, Germany, and the Czech Republic, driven by optimized farming techniques and favorable climatic conditions. However, traditional leaders like France and Romania might face competitive pressure, highlighting a shift towards emerging central and northern European nations enhancing their maize production capabilities.
Top countries in Maize Production Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 20.36 | 2023 | +3.13% | +9.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 14.58 | 2023 | +14.02% | -2.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 11.9 | 2023 | +32.57% | +36.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 11.08 | 2023 | -7.98% | +6.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 8.36 | 2023 | +1.7% | +17.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 7.48 | 2023 | +1.34% | +11.64% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 5.53 | 2023 | +36.7% | +0.13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 4.57 | 2022 | +3.5% | +15.91% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 4.33 | 2023 | -6.62% | +13.02% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 2.84 | 2023 | -12.19% | +7.44% | View data |
