In 2023, Spain and Germany led the European organic leafy and stalked vegetables production, together accounting for over 56% of the market. Spain's production grew by 6.16% year-on-year, while Germany saw a 4.08% increase. The Netherlands, Belgium, and Poland followed, with Belgium experiencing notable growth at 43.78%. The United Kingdom and Greece also showed substantial increases of 12.31% and 10.51%, respectively. Smaller producers like Cyprus and Slovenia saw significant growth rates of 16.49% and 14.77%, respectively, contrasting with a decline in Serbia and the Czech Republic.
Future trends to watch include:
- Enhanced production capacities in smaller markets due to increased demand and technological advancements.
- Potential market consolidation in Western Europe as larger producers seek efficiency gains.
- Growth in the Eastern European markets driven by EU policy support and investment in organic agriculture.
Top countries in Organic Leafy and Stalked Vegetables Production Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 28.64 | 2023 | +39.46% | +6.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 28.27 | 2023 | +4.05% | +4.08% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 17.45 | 2023 | +9.33% | +1.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 7.97 | 2023 | +24.99% | +43.78% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 7.48 | 2023 | +7.59% | +6.65% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 7.14 | 2023 | +4.86% | +12.31% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 6.34 | 2023 | +16.14% | +10.51% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 2.1 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 0.95 | 2023 | +19.97% | +5.44% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Cyprus | 0.37 | 2023 | +3.51% | +16.49% | View data |
