The European leeks market in 2023 showed varied year-on-year growth trends, with France leading in production, followed by Belgium and Germany. Notable growth was seen in Czech Republic, Italy, and Austria, indicating a strong upward trend. Conversely, significant declines were observed in countries like Malta, Bulgaria, Greece, and Poland. Over the last five years, the average growth reflected fluctuating trends with some Eastern European markets like Czech Republic showing potential for rapid expansion.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential recovery in countries with notable declines like Poland and Greece.
- Continued strong performance in Austria and Italy driven by favorable agricultural conditions.
- The impact of climate change on northern countries which might alter production patterns.
- The influence of consumer preferences for local produce on production in smaller markets like Ireland and Finland.
Top countries in Leeks Harvested Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 20.21 | 2023 | +4.21% | +3.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 18.95 | 2023 | +10.54% | +3.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 11.63 | 2023 | +8.4% | +4.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 11.48 | 2023 | -1.96% | +2.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 9.3 | 2023 | +7.43% | -1.55% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 6.34 | 2023 | -5.47% | -10.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Albania | 4.83 | 2023 | +0.18% | +2.23% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 4.57 | 2023 | 0% | +0.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 3.39 | 2023 | +43.04% | +2.79% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 2.01 | 2023 | -2.45% | -6.42% | View data |
