In 2023, Greece led European walnut production with a significant increase of 14.53% year-on-year. Conversely, Slovakia saw a complete collapse in production with a 100% decline. Portugal and Italy also exhibited substantial growth at 10.0% and 10.1%, respectively. Meanwhile, countries like Serbia and Bosnia experienced slight reductions in walnut production. France and Spain had minimal changes, and Kosovo displayed the highest growth rate of 33.09% year-on-year. Overall, there is a mix of rising and falling trends across the different countries.
Looking to the future, climate change impacts, such as temperature shifts and rainfall patterns, are crucial for walnut production sustainability in Europe. Technological advancements in agricultural practices and shifts in global demand could also reshape production patterns and competitiveness among European countries. Monitoring these factors will be essential for predicting future trends in walnut production.
Top countries in Walnuts Harvested Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 62.79 | 2023 | +3.48% | +14.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 54.86 | 2023 | +2.73% | +0.32% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 39.86 | 2023 | -19.77% | +1.13% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 20.14 | 2023 | -7.91% | +10.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 17.41 | 2023 | +4.94% | +2.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Serbia | 8.86 | 2023 | -25.17% | -0.96% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 8.78 | 2023 | -17.94% | +0.7% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Albania | 7.67 | 2023 | -6.46% | +5.75% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 7.65 | 2023 | +7.29% | +10% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 6.26 | 2023 | -2.95% | +1.64% | View data |
