The 2023 data for European sour cherry production shows Serbia leading with a substantial share at 34.71 thousand metric tons, followed closely by Poland at 33.89 thousand metric tons. Hungary, Romania, and Germany follow, representing major contributors under 15 thousand metric tons. Notable year-on-year variations include Serbia's increase by 5.6% and significant declines for countries like Denmark (-20.01%) and Slovakia (-100%). Kosovo, though starting from a smaller base, shows remarkable growth at 14.87%.
Looking ahead, key trends to observe include potential growth in underrepresented areas like Kosovo, where growth rates are accelerating. Poland's declining trend suggests a need for strategic adjustments to regain its production level. Monitoring environmental factors that impact yields, such as climate change, and technological advancements in agriculture can significantly shape future production dynamics across Europe.
Top countries in Sour Cherries Harvested Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Serbia | 34.71 | 2023 | +2.2% | +5.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 33.89 | 2023 | -10.63% | -3.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 13.56 | 2023 | -0.29% | -4.71% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 6.59 | 2023 | +10.18% | -3.41% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 2.01 | 2023 | -4.42% | -9.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Macedonia | 1.82 | 2023 | +0.92% | -3.52% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 1.28 | 2023 | -2.82% | -5.46% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 1.24 | 2023 | -26.97% | +0.067% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 1.01 | 2023 | +9.68% | -6.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 0.97 | 2023 | +30.28% | +2.23% | View data |
