In 2023, Spain leads in lettuce production in Europe, maintaining an upward trend. Italy, while significant, witnessed a decline, while smaller markets like Portugal and Austria experienced growth. Notably, Germany and the Netherlands slightly increased their production output. Eastern European countries reported mostly negative growth. Iceland and Luxembourg showed substantial growth, countering the overall European trend of decline or stagnation.
Looking towards 2024, expect Spain to strengthen its lead. Emphasis on sustainable farming may drive innovations, especially in climates less traditionally suited for lettuce. Countries experiencing declines might reassess strategies to stabilize or reinvigorate production.
Top countries in Lettuces Harvested Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 985.99 | 2023 | +2.01% | +1.07% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 457.65 | 2023 | -2.4% | -1.28% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 228.49 | 2023 | -1.63% | +0.77% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 169.45 | 2023 | -5.21% | -5.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 112.95 | 2023 | +9.25% | +1.14% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 102.9 | 2023 | -1.63% | -0.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 60.11 | 2023 | +6.6% | +5.86% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Switzerland | 43.04 | 2023 | -3.28% | -2.86% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 41.65 | 2023 | +13.74% | -6.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 40.93 | 2023 | -7.9% | -3.11% | View data |
