In 2023, Spain led global lettuce and chicory exports with $790.88 million, followed by the United States at $477.58 million. Italy, the Netherlands, and Mexico also made significant contributions. From 2022 to 2023, Spain showed steady growth at around 2.3% year-on-year, while the United States experienced a slight dip of 1.5%. Italy and the Netherlands grew by 2% and 1.8% respectively, while Mexico saw a minor decline of 0.8%. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) highlights Spain's dominance with a 4% increase on average per year.
Future trends to watch include the impact of climate change, which could disrupt traditional growing regions, as well as technological advancements in agricultural production that could alter competitive dynamics. Additionally, consumer preferences for organic and sustainable products might influence market shares globally.
Top countries in Top Exporters of Lettuce and Chicory
| # | 10 Countries | Million US Dollars | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 790.88 | 2016 | |
| 2 | 2 United States | 477.58 | 2016 | |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 217.4 | 2016 | |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 205.71 | 2016 | |
| 5 | 5 Mexico | 157.82 | 2016 | |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 88.72 | 2016 | |
| 7 | 7 China | 81.25 | 2016 | |
| 8 | 8 France | 75.22 | 2016 | |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 41.75 | 2016 | |
| 10 | 10 Canada | 41.63 | 2016 |
