In 2023, Italy led European imports of cereal germs with a 34.3% share, followed by Belgium at 31.93%. Hungary showed notable growth with an 8.41% increase, while Germany and Poland achieved significant increases of 26.33% and 23.03% respectively. France and the Netherlands also experienced double-digit growth. Conversely, Spain, Ireland, and Croatia saw declines. Despite small shares, Malta and Estonia recorded remarkable growth rates of over 75% and 95% respectively. Overall, the market demonstrated dynamic growth patterns across various countries.
Looking ahead, expect Italy and Belgium to maintain significant shares, while Eastern European countries might continue upward trends due to increasing agricultural investments and modernization. Monitoring market shifts and evolving consumer preferences towards healthy grains will be essential to anticipate future demand in Europe's cereal germ import landscape.
Top countries in Import of Whole, Rolled, Flaked or Ground Cereal Germs Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 34.3 | 2023 | +2.58% | +1.27% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 31.93 | 2023 | -0.69% | -2.02% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 7.22 | 2023 | +3.43% | +8.41% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 4.66 | 2023 | +6.15% | +26.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 4.63 | 2023 | +6.7% | +23.03% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 4.37 | 2023 | +8.51% | +1.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 4.1 | 2023 | +8.77% | +10.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 3.52 | 2023 | +3.35% | +1.8% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 3.01 | 2023 | +3.89% | +14.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 1.01 | 2023 | -0.34% | -5.42% | View data |
