In 2023, Italy led European endive production with 53.87 thousand metric tons, despite a 2.94% decline. Spain followed, producing 25.77 thousand metric tons, marking a 2.37% increase. France observed a significant decrease of 18.62%, producing 6.14 thousand metric tons. Germany showed slight growth, while the Netherlands, Greece, and others trended downward. Notably, Hungary, Malta, and Portugal ceased production entirely, each experiencing a 100% decline. Austria was an exception, with a 6.0% growth. Over the past five years, the sector endured mixed results across countries, reflecting diverse agricultural and economic conditions.
Future trends to watch include potential innovations in sustainable farming and trade agreements impacting production dynamics. Additionally, monitoring climate change effects on crop yield and quality will be crucial for both established and emerging European endive producers.
Top countries in Endives Harvested Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 53.87 | 2023 | +16.83% | -2.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 25.77 | 2023 | +0.047% | +2.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 6.14 | 2023 | -20.69% | -18.62% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 5.9 | 2023 | +0.93% | +0.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 1.89 | 2023 | -10.59% | -8.24% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Switzerland | 1.84 | 2023 | -2.09% | -1.57% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 1.4 | 2023 | +7.67% | +6% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 1.24 | 2023 | +52.03% | -7.67% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 1.01 | 2023 | -8.22% | -2.23% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.83 | 2023 | +49.19% | -0.36% | View data |
