In 2023, France emerged as the leading European sugar crop exporter with a volume of 2.48 million metric tons, followed closely by Germany and Poland. France experienced a slight decline in exports at -5.63%, while Belgium and the Netherlands faced significant reductions of -10.48% and -8.97% respectively. Conversely, Slovenia, Bulgaria, and Macedonia showed notable increases, highlighting their potential in the sugar export market. Switzerland, Macedonia, and Malta marked remarkable growth from smaller bases.
Looking ahead, the focus will be on how countries manage production efficiency, cope with policy shifts, and explore emerging markets, with an eye on climate change impacts and renewable energy integration in sugar production.
- France leads but faced a decline in 2023.
- Germany and Poland are key exporters.
- Significant declines in Belgium and the Netherlands.
- Slovenia, Bulgaria, and Macedonia on an upward trend.
- Future trends to watch lie in efficiency, policy, and climate impacts.
Top countries in Sugar Crops Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 2,480 | 2023 | +1.37% | -5.63% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 2,160 | 2023 | +9.83% | -1.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 1,080 | 2023 | +3.88% | -0.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 706.99 | 2023 | +0.81% | -8.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 531.71 | 2023 | +12.03% | -10.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 344.86 | 2023 | +4.46% | +0.97% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 262.1 | 2023 | +1.47% | -0.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 243.98 | 2023 | -5.84% | -10.18% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 227.69 | 2023 | +6.5% | -3.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 208.29 | 2023 | -0.0019% | +3.86% | View data |
