Italy led the European sweet cherries production in 2023, accounting for the largest share. Spain and Greece followed closely, although both experienced slight declines. Poland saw a significant increase of 11.14% in production, while Switzerland exhibited the highest growth rate of 21.62%. Conversely, Lithuania's production disappeared completely, marking a 100% reduction. The Czech Republic and Austria also reported notable declines.
Looking ahead, production trends suggest potential growth in Switzerland and Slovenia, while Poland appears to sustain its positive trajectory. However, Germany and Belgium may face challenges due to recent downturns in their production capacities. Monitoring climate impacts and agricultural innovations will be crucial for future forecasts.
Top countries in Sweet Cherries Harvested Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 18.89 | 2023 | +14.86% | +5.9% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 17.48 | 2023 | -1.15% | -0.78% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 13.41 | 2023 | +3.45% | -0.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 10.33 | 2023 | -11.51% | +11.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 8.42 | 2023 | +2.49% | +0.14% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 5.77 | 2023 | +10.4% | -5.05% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 4.91 | 2023 | -16.19% | -6.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 3.9 | 2023 | -26.89% | -2.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 3.29 | 2023 | -12.44% | +4.41% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Serbia | 2.82 | 2023 | -19.43% | -0.75% | View data |
