In 2023, Spain and Italy held the largest shares of European fresh vegetable production, with 21.09% and 19.35% respectively. Other key contributors included France (8.54%), Poland (8.04%), and the Netherlands (8.01%). Over the last year, production in Germany, Portugal, and the Czech Republic showed significant growth, with year-on-year variations of 3.04%, 4.63%, and 5.73% respectively. Conversely, several countries such as Greece, Romania, and Hungary experienced declines, with Greece facing a notable drop of 4.49%. Over the past five years, Luxembourg demonstrated an exceptionally high CAGR at 18.84%, while Malta ceased production entirely.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in production due to climate change, technological advancements in agriculture, and economic factors that may profoundly influence contributions by key and emerging markets. Special attention should be paid to countries showing robust growth, such as Portugal, Germany, and the Czech Republic. Additionally, the impact of evolving EU agricultural policies could reshape production dynamics across the continent.
Top countries in Fresh Vegetables Harvested Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 21.09 | 2023 | +1.93% | -0.55% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 19.35 | 2023 | +3.39% | +0.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 8.54 | 2023 | -4.81% | -0.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 8.04 | 2023 | -0.37% | +0.066% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 8.01 | 2023 | +10.45% | +2.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 6.07 | 2023 | +6.33% | +3.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 3.99 | 2023 | +12.66% | +4.63% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 3.69 | 2023 | -0.18% | -0.24% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 3.41 | 2023 | +2.67% | +1.96% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 3.22 | 2023 | +0.38% | -4.49% | View data |
