In 2023, Italy led Europe in peach and nectarine production with a slight increase of 0.23%, highlighting its dominance in the sector. France saw marginal growth at 0.45%, while Spain experienced a significant decline of -13.63%. Greece and others like Portugal, Romania, and Slovakia faced moderate decreases, with Greece at -3.55%. Conversely, Bosnia and Herzegovina showed positive momentum, increasing by 6.68%. Malta's production drastically declined by 100%. Hungary, Poland, and Bulgaria were notable for larger declines over 14%, indicating challenges in maintaining production levels. Croatia saw a modest recovery with a 3.35% increase.
Future trends to watch include the impact of climate change on production variability and the potential for technological advancements to boost yields in countries facing declines. Competitive dynamics within Europe may shift as countries invest in resilient agricultural practices to adapt to environmental changes.
Top countries in Peaches and Nectarines Harvested Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 1,020 | 2023 | -11.2% | +0.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 862.52 | 2023 | -1.24% | -13.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 808.75 | 2023 | -9.59% | -3.55% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 188.27 | 2023 | -18.86% | +0.45% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Serbia | 43.45 | 2023 | -4.25% | -10% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 36.97 | 2023 | +12.61% | -2.8% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Albania | 22.5 | 2022 | +9.22% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 20.31 | 2023 | -16% | -12.01% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 18.04 | 2023 | +45.95% | -4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 13.03 | 2023 | -56.68% | +6.68% | View data |
