Italy leads European eggplant production with a 33.76 thousand metric tons share, followed by Spain at 30.46 thousand metric tons. Romania, with a declining output, ranks third at 8.82 thousand metric tons, while the Netherlands, showing growth, is at 7.41 thousand metric tons. Greece and France follow with 5.53 and 5.47 thousand metric tons, respectively. France's production has surged notably. Meanwhile, production in Albania, Belgium, and Austria has seen growth. Smaller producers like Switzerland and Portugal maintain stable shares. Malta and Slovakia have exited production, while Cyprus grapples with significant declines.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential increased output from the Netherlands and France due to recent growth trends.
- Stability in major producers like Italy and Spain, which could maintain their dominance.
- Possible challenges for countries like Romania and Greece, experiencing declining production.
- Opportunities for small market entries or recovery in countries with minimal production, like Sweden or Poland.
Top countries in Eggplants Harvested Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 33.76 | 2023 | -0.76% | +0.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 30.46 | 2023 | -0.38% | +2.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 8.82 | 2023 | +23.45% | -2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 7.41 | 2023 | +1.52% | +4.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 5.53 | 2023 | +12.38% | -6.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 5.47 | 2023 | +16.43% | +9.11% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Albania | 3.87 | 2023 | +3.07% | +2.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 1.58 | 2023 | +3.55% | +7.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 1.17 | 2023 | +8.98% | -1.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 0.83 | 2023 | +39.7% | +1.91% | View data |
