In 2023, Spain led the European cauliflower and broccoli harvested area with 30.45 thousand hectares, maintaining a marginal growth of 0.13%. The UK showed moderate growth, while France and Italy saw reductions in their shares by 5.33% and 2.1%, respectively. Significant declines occurred in Poland and Romania, whereas Serbia experienced remarkable growth of 20.25%. Notably, Bulgaria's share dropped to zero. Over the past five years, average yearly variations reveal shrinking areas in Eastern European countries, whilst Spain and the UK have displayed relative stability.
Future trends indicate potential for continued retraction in Eastern Europe due to broader agricultural shifts, while Western countries may stabilize or slightly increase their harvested areas due to improved agricultural technologies and potential climate change adaptations. Watch for possible policy changes in EU agricultural subsidies, which can significantly influence the distribution and investment in these crops.
Top countries in Cauliflower and Broccoli Harvested Area Share by Country (Thousand Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 30.45 | 2023 | +4.2% | +0.13% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 13.73 | 2023 | +2.34% | +1.78% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 10.86 | 2023 | +5.22% | -5.33% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 10.67 | 2023 | -3.19% | -2.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 8.08 | 2023 | 0% | -6.58% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 4.7 | 2023 | +2.61% | +1.53% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 4.43 | 2023 | -1.5% | -0.6% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 4.06 | 2023 | +1.5% | +1.87% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 3.28 | 2023 | +6.57% | +1.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 2.09 | 2023 | -5.42% | -0.42% | View data |
