In 2023, Spain led the European under-glass strawberry production with 43.6 thousand metric tons, despite a slight decline of 2.87% from the previous year. Greece and Serbia showed significant growth rates of 12% and 12.14%, respectively. Portugal experienced the highest growth at 26.06%, while Bulgaria and Romania saw drastic contractions of -100%. From a five-year perspective, countries like the Netherlands and France have demonstrated substantial compound annual growth, with the Netherlands growing by nearly 12% year-over-year, making them notable contributors to the region's strawberry production landscape.
Looking ahead, the European under-glass strawberry market is expected to witness continued growth driven by advancements in agricultural technologies and a shift towards sustainable farming. Increasing demand for fresh produce and an emphasis on reducing carbon footprints are likely to shape future production strategies. Countries with favorable climatic conditions and infrastructure, such as Spain and the Netherlands, are poised to maintain their leading positions.
Top countries in Under Glass Strawberries Harvested Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 43.6 | 2023 | -3.1% | -2.87% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 13.93 | 2023 | +3.39% | +12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 11.19 | 2023 | +15.69% | -1.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 10.01 | 2023 | +6.25% | +11.93% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 7.58 | 2023 | +2.87% | +9.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 5.17 | 2023 | +6.53% | +9.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 2.64 | 2023 | -0.53% | -3.78% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Serbia | 1.57 | 2023 | +11.25% | +12.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 1.38 | 2023 | -31.26% | +0.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 1.36 | 2023 | +0.1% | +26.06% | View data |
