The European production of vegetable, bast fibres, or paper yarn shows significant variance among countries. In 2023, Italy leads with 23.139 million kilograms, slightly declining by -1.16% year-on-year. Croatia and Spain follow at 7.2935 and 7.2659 million kilograms, respectively, with Croatia seeing a -1.69% decrease and Spain remaining stable. Romania's production increased modestly by 0.94% to 2.3221 million kilograms, while Lithuania surged by 15.88% to 0.42212 million kilograms. Portugal and the United Kingdom recorded negligible volumes with no change. The last five years indicate a reliance on Italy and emerging consistency in other regions.
Future trends to consider include increased investments in sustainable fibres, shifts in demand for eco-friendly materials, and technological advancements in production efficiency. Monitoring how each country adapts to market conditions and environmental standards will be crucial for predicting future outputs. Intercountry collaborations and adherence to European Union regulations will also shape the fibre production landscape moving forward.
Top countries in Production of Vegetable, Bast Fibres or Paper Yarn by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 23,139,000 | 2023 | +1.9% | -1.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Croatia | 7,293,500 | 2023 | +1.99% | -1.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 7,265,900 | 2023 | -3.94% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 2,322,100 | 2023 | +3.43% | +0.94% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Lithuania | 422,120 | 2023 | +8.69% | +15.88% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 893 | 2023 | View data | ||
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 713 | 2023 | -65.48% | View data |
