The European citrus harvested production landscape is led by Spain, with a harvested production of 6.41 million metric tons in 2024, despite a slight decline of 1.12% from 2023. Italy follows with 3.1 million metric tons, having increased by 4.6% year-on-year. Greece and Portugal show moderate production values with 1.16 and 0.45818 million metric tons, respectively, with Greece experiencing a 0.67% decline, and Portugal a 2.81% increase from 2023. France reports a minor uptick of 2.66% to reach 0.09165 million metric tons, while Cyprus and Albania maintained minimal changes. Bosnia and Herzegovina experienced the most significant decline, showing a complete year-on-year drop of 100% to zero production in 2023.
Looking forward, key trends to watch include the resilience of Spain and Italy in citrus production. Monitoring potential impacts of climate change and shifts in agricultural policies in these regions will be critical. Emphasis on sustainable farming practices and technological advancements could provide opportunities for industry growth and stability across various countries. Lastly, the development of new markets and improved supply chains in the coming years might significantly influence production volumes, setting the stage for a potentially dynamic and robust citrus agricultural sector in Europe.
Top countries in Citrus Harvested Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 6,410 | 2023 | +15.27% | -1.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 3,100 | 2023 | +0.18% | +4.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 1,160 | 2023 | -1.63% | -0.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 458.18 | 2023 | +1.33% | +2.81% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 91.65 | 2023 | +0.087% | +2.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Albania | 55.1 | 2022 | +5.66% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Cyprus | 52.01 | 2023 | -5.86% | -6.7% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 46.97 | 2023 | +9.16% | -0.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Montenegro | 3.48 | 2023 | +20% | +1.01% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 0.68 | 2023 | -100% | -100% | View data |
