In 2023, Italy led European tobacco production with a 21.55 thousand metric ton output, followed closely by Macedonia and Spain. Analyzed data from 2023 reveals notable year-on-year decreases in leading producers: Italy down by 11.53%, Poland by 13.45%, and Greece by 9.88%. Conversely, Serbia and Kosovo showed growth, up by 2.24% and 14.87% respectively. Over the past five years, there has been a consistent decline in production across Europe, a trend highlighted by significant contractions in France and Bulgaria.
Future trends to monitor include the impact of stricter regulations and potential shifts toward reduced tobacco cultivation in favor of alternative crops. Additionally, economic factors such as labor costs and environmental challenges could heavily influence production levels. Technological advancements in agricultural practices might aid in offsetting some declines but will require careful adaptation to changing legislation and market demands.
Top countries in Tobacco Harvested Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 21.55 | 2023 | -13% | -11.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Macedonia | 18.71 | 2023 | -10.32% | -1.83% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 14.58 | 2023 | -8.93% | -6.91% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 12.94 | 2023 | -2.95% | -13.45% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 10.85 | 2023 | -2.88% | -9.88% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Serbia | 6.43 | 2023 | +21.36% | +2.24% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 5.13 | 2023 | +1.43% | -3.31% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 4.15 | 2023 | +40.49% | -4.91% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 2.01 | 2023 | -21.14% | -18.4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 1.56 | 2023 | -49.21% | -25.82% | View data |
