In 2023, European imports of soya were predominantly led by Italy with 53.68 thousand metric tons, followed by Portugal with 30.56 thousand metric tons. Other notable importers included Romania and Greece, with significantly smaller volumes. The least imports were seen in countries like Latvia and Lithuania. The data indicates no year-on-year variation for any country from the previous year, highlighting a period of stability in soya import volumes.
Looking forward, several trends may impact European soya imports. Europe's commitment to sustainability could drive demand for sustainably sourced soya, while geopolitical factors and trade agreements may also influence import patterns. Demands for plant-based foods could further spur soya imports across Europe.
Top countries in Imports of Soya Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 53.68 | 2023 | +7.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 30.56 | 2023 | +8.83% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 3.82 | 2023 | +2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 3.18 | 2023 | -17.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 2.59 | 2023 | -2.11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 0.69 | 2023 | +8.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 0.56 | 2023 | +42.86% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 0.52 | 2023 | -41.67% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 0.26 | 2023 | -17.65% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.22 | 2023 | 0% | View data |
