In 2023, Belgium led European imports of roots and tubers with 3.35 million metric tons, showing a 5.96% increase from the previous year. The Netherlands followed with 2.36 million metric tons, experiencing a modest 0.75% rise. Spain, France, and Germany showed steady growth around 1%, while Romania and Slovenia noted significant increases of 7.9% and 7.96%, respectively. Conversely, Austria, Denmark, and Ireland recorded declines. Switzerland saw a notable surge of 20.52%, whereas some countries like Hungary and Croatia saw declines.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in consumer demand towards more diverse root and tuber products and the impact of agricultural policy changes on trade patterns. Economic conditions and climate change-related agricultural challenges may also influence import dynamics, with potential expansions in countries exhibiting rapid growth like Switzerland, Slovenia, and emerging markets in Eastern Europe.
Top countries in Roots and Tubers Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 3,350 | 2023 | +4.51% | +5.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 2,360 | 2023 | +3.57% | +0.75% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 1,120 | 2023 | +0.3% | +1.57% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 1,100 | 2023 | +4.04% | +1.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 1,010 | 2023 | +0.44% | +1.32% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 1,000 | 2023 | +3.57% | +1.07% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 891.02 | 2023 | +0.43% | +1.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 475.93 | 2023 | +0.22% | -0.064% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 323.17 | 2023 | +8.85% | +4.77% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 302.26 | 2023 | +5.59% | +7.9% | View data |
