In 2023, Finland led European spring rapeseed production, followed by Sweden and Poland. Over the past year, Sweden showed remarkable growth with a 22.36% increase, while Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia experienced significant declines of over 28%. Poland, United Kingdom, and Finland also saw reductions, notably at 7.97% and 8.31%. Germany showed a moderate increase, with France and Ireland seeing declines. Overall, a general downtrend is observed despite Sweden's notable growth. Over a five-year span, these countries exhibited varied compound annual growth rates reflecting the ups and downs of production levels across Europe.
Future trends will likely be influenced by climate change adaptations, technological advancements, and changes in agricultural policies. Additionally, there could be shifts due to new market opportunities and demands for rapeseed derivatives in biodiesel or food applications, which might affect production levels and regional shares.
Top countries in Spring Rapeseeds Harvested Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 17.57 | 2023 | -22.21% | -9.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 16.22 | 2023 | +0.25% | +22.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 16.1 | 2023 | -26.13% | -7.97% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 11.96 | 2023 | +0.21% | +0.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 7.55 | 2023 | -58.82% | -9.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Latvia | 5.87 | 2023 | -61.56% | -29.5% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Estonia | 4.5 | 2023 | -25.63% | -28.56% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 4.5 | 2023 | -52.9% | -35.86% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 3.99 | 2023 | -9.41% | -8.31% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 3.24 | 2023 | -42.75% | +3.35% | View data |
