In 2023, Italy led European fruit and vegetable processing production with a value of 13.21 billion euros, followed by Spain (11.78 billion euros) and Germany (10.74 billion euros). The year-on-year variations indicate stability with modest growth in major markets: Italy (2.31%), Spain (3.32%), and Germany (1.58%). Smaller regions showed notable changes, such as Lithuania (16.96%) and Croatia (7.63%). Despite gains in several areas, Belgium and Ireland saw declines, and Iceland experienced a sharp drop of 44.11%. Over a five-year period, consistent growth could suggest a positive outlook for the sector.
Future trends to monitor include technological advancements in processing and increased demand for healthy organic products, potentially shifting production capacities and strategic priorities among top European producers. Monitoring Eastern European countries, which have shown substantial growth rates, may provide insights into emerging market trends and opportunities for expansion.
Top countries in Fruit Processing and Vegetables Processing Production Value by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 13,210 | 2023 | +2.33% | +2.31% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 11,780 | 2023 | +2.72% | +3.32% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 10,740 | 2023 | +1.34% | +1.58% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 8,150 | 2023 | +0.69% | +0.78% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 7,840 | 2023 | +1.03% | +1.77% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 5,740 | 2023 | +2.02% | +1.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 5,090 | 2023 | +2.73% | +2.25% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3,790 | 2023 | -3.61% | -1.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 2,620 | 2023 | +5.16% | +5.59% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 1,780 | 2023 | +1.59% | +1.66% | View data |
