In 2023, France and Germany led European imports of durum wheat groats and meal, exceeding 62 million kilograms each, although France experienced a slight decline compared to 2022. Positive growth occurred in Poland and the Netherlands with respective increases of 4.95% and 13.67%, while Belgium faced an 8.7% reduction. Smaller nations like Finland and Luxembourg saw remarkable growth rates, at 18.35% and 17.26% respectively. Despite variations, the region shows a balanced demand with a few countries experiencing significant shifts.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential growth in Northern European countries could continue due to increasing production or changing consumer preferences.
- Cultural and economic factors may influence the stability of imports in countries observing fluctuations.
- Market demand and climatic changes impacting wheat production could alter import needs, especially in key countries like France and Germany.
Top countries in Import of Durum Wheat Groats and Meal by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 62,775,000 | 2023 | -1.48% | -1.24% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 62,699,000 | 2023 | +1.45% | +0.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 42,216,000 | 2023 | +3.9% | +4.95% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 26,505,000 | 2023 | -0.14% | -8.7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 14,993,000 | 2023 | -0.38% | +13.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 13,921,000 | 2023 | +1.68% | +1.68% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 11,903,000 | 2023 | +0.72% | +0.94% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 10,338,000 | 2023 | +1.19% | +4.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 10,036,000 | 2023 | +3.41% | +5.93% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 9,526,800 | 2023 | +2.36% | +2.85% | View data |
