In 2024, France leads the European import of fresh bread with 172.39 million kilograms, followed closely by Germany at 169.34 million kilograms. The United Kingdom, Netherlands, and Belgium also show significant imports. Countries like Spain and Greece have shown notable growth, with 15.19% and 16.71% year-on-year increases in 2023, respectively. Conversely, Ireland and Sweden have experienced declines in their imports, at -6.4% and -2.41% respectively. The average variation per year over the last five years indicates steady growth, with France and Bulgaria having the highest CAGR. The observed trends hint at a rising demand for fresh bread imports among major European economies.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of changing consumer preferences towards more artisanal and specialty bread, as well as the implications of economic conditions on import volumes. Environmental sustainability practices and supply chain disruptions may also play a significant role in shaping the future of fresh bread imports in Europe.
Top countries in Import of Fresh Bread by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 172,390,000 | 2023 | +6.07% | +7.18% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 169,340,000 | 2023 | +2.46% | +4.43% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 144,570,000 | 2023 | +2.14% | +2.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 118,940,000 | 2023 | +1.08% | +7.37% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 105,050,000 | 2023 | +1.39% | +3.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 95,360,000 | 2023 | +2.96% | -0.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 64,762,000 | 2023 | +7.71% | +4.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 51,192,000 | 2023 | +6.34% | -6.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 51,105,000 | 2023 | +1.74% | +1.86% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 49,507,000 | 2023 | +4.5% | +3.5% | View data |
