In 2023, Spain led the European road freight volume in the vegetable-growing sector with 57.85 thousand unit journeys, despite a slight decrease of 0.55%. Poland experienced a decrease of 3.14%, while Sweden saw a substantial decline of 9.47%. France, however, increased by 7.03%. Greece had a significant reduction of 21.4%, and Portugal's volume dropped by 16.74%. Austria and Slovakia showed positive trends with increases of 5.15% and 11.1%, respectively. On the whole, Eastern European countries showed diverse performances, with many showing declining trends.
Future trends to watch for in this sector include:
- The expanding role of technology and logistics efficiency in enhancing freight operations.
- Potential recovery and growth in regions such as Greece and Portugal, possibly influenced by sustainable farming methods.
- Impact of regulatory changes in the EU on cross-border freight dynamics.
- The growing focus on local sourcing and reduced transportation distances.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Vegetables Growing Sector Share by Country (Thousand Units (Journeys))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 57.85 | 2023 | +48.1% | -0.55% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 10.01 | 2023 | +3.85% | -3.14% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 7.29 | 2023 | +11.32% | -9.47% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 7.29 | 2023 | +18% | +7.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 3.71 | 2023 | -11.76% | -21.4% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 3.34 | 2023 | +12.5% | +5.15% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 2.97 | 2023 | +20% | -17.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 2.72 | 2023 | +120% | +11.1% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 2.22 | 2023 | +38.46% | -16.74% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 1.98 | 2021 | +166.67% | View data |
