In 2023, Italy led European dessert grape production with a value of €643.8 million, despite a slight year-on-year decline of 1.1%. Spain and Greece followed, experiencing moderate growth of 0.21% and 1.14%, respectively. France showed notable growth with an 8.2% increase, and Portugal's production value grew by 1.41%. Smaller markets like Bulgaria and Cyprus saw increases of over 4%, while significantly declining rates were noted in Hungary, Croatia, and Switzerland. These trends highlight dynamic shifts in European dessert grape production driven by factors such as climate variations and market demands.
Future trends to watch in European dessert grape production include:
- Increasing demand for organic and sustainably produced grapes impacting production methods.
- Technological innovations enhancing yield quality and consistency.
- Potential effects of climate change requiring adaptive strategies.
- Market expansion opportunities in non-EU countries through trade agreements.
Top countries in Dessert Grapes Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 643.8 | 2023 | +4.76% | -1.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 231.74 | 2023 | +7.74% | +0.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 163.42 | 2023 | +30.97% | +1.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 139.61 | 2023 | +1.79% | +8.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 50.99 | 2023 | +2.68% | -2.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 36.71 | 2023 | -0.46% | +1.41% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 4.19 | 2023 | -47.16% | +4.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Cyprus | 2.89 | 2023 | -0.34% | +4.31% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 2.86 | 2023 | -10.9% | -8.42% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 1.25 | 2023 | -23.78% | -9.86% | View data |
