The 2023 European barley production data indicates France, Germany, and the United Kingdom are the top producers, holding the largest production shares. While Germany and Hungary experienced notable growth, Spain saw a significant decline. Over the past year, most countries witnessed moderate changes, with Cyprus and Albania facing substantial increases, whereas Portugal reduced its share significantly. Over a five-year period, trends reveal a gradual increase in production among key producers such as Germany and the UK, with variable trends across smaller producers.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Potential recovery in Spain's barley production and its impact on the market share balance.
- Sustained growth in Germany and the UK could further solidify their positions as leading producers.
- Factors influencing agricultural productivity, such as climate change, agricultural policies, and technological advancements, will greatly affect future production shares across Europe.
Top countries in Barley Harvested Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 21 | 2023 | +7.3% | +1.86% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 19.19 | 2023 | -1.28% | +2.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 14.92 | 2023 | +2.92% | +5.97% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 6.88 | 2023 | -43.57% | -16.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 4.84 | 2023 | +0.33% | -1.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 4.04 | 2023 | +36.56% | +4.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 3.9 | 2023 | +41.52% | +14.47% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 3.81 | 2023 | -46.68% | -8.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 3.04 | 2023 | -6.56% | +1.78% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 2.12 | 2023 | -21.27% | +0.65% | View data |
