In 2023, Italy led European maize imports, reaching 4.01 million metric tons, followed by Portugal and Ireland with 2.26 and 2.0 million metric tons, respectively. Other notable importers included Romania and Greece, while Luxembourg had the smallest volume at 0.021 million metric tons. Import values remained stable from the previous year, with no year-on-year variation reported. This suggests a stable market over the recent past.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in import dynamics due to agricultural policy changes, climate impact on maize production, and trade agreements. Additionally, monitoring consumption patterns and innovations in maize usage could influence future import needs.
Top countries in Imports of Maize by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 4,010 | 2023 | -15.66% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 2,260 | 2023 | -1.14% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 2,000 | 2023 | +12.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 1,300 | 2023 | +13.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 964 | 2023 | +9.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Lithuania | 648 | 2023 | +31.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 544 | 2023 | +2.84% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 249 | 2023 | +14.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 232 | 2023 | +1.31% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 171 | 2023 | +3.64% | View data |
