The European Lettuce Real Price Index reveals significant disparities among countries. In 2023, Portugal and Austria led with indices of 16.171 and 14.967, respectively, indicating higher real price levels. Countries like Slovakia, Ireland, and Luxembourg show lower indices. Year-on-year variations indicate price volatility, with substantial increases in Portugal (13.02%) and Malta (8.63%), while Belgium and Spain faced declines. Over five years, there is a mixed trend with distinctive fluctuation patterns.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential impact of climate change on lettuce production affecting price stability.
- Economic conditions influencing consumer purchasing power and thus demand.
- Technological advancements in agriculture that might alter production costs and efficiencies.
- Policy changes at the EU level that could affect agriculture subsidies and trade agreements impacting prices.
Top countries in Lettuce Real Price Index by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Indexes 2015 = 100 | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 161.71 | 2022 | +36.53% | +13.02% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Austria | 149.67 | 2022 | -6.54% | +0.89% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Lithuania | 138.02 | 2022 | +1.8% | +9.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 134.51 | 2022 | +2.94% | +4.91% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 134.27 | 2022 | +8.61% | +3.14% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 130.38 | 2022 | -16.9% | +1.12% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 128.02 | 2022 | +19.91% | +6.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Malta | 126.91 | 2022 | +1.12% | +8.63% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 125.67 | 2022 | +18.34% | +4.5% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 124.67 | 2022 | +1.54% | +1.54% | View data |
