In 2023, Spain dominated European capsicum pepper production with a significant share, closely followed by the Netherlands and Poland. Notable year-on-year increases for 2023 included Poland with an 18.48% rise and Belgium at 6.54%. Macedonia and Kosovo also showed positive growth. In contrast, Italy, Hungary, and Croatia experienced declines, with Croatia facing the most significant reduction. Over the past five years, these trends generally align, with Poland's rise as particularly noteworthy. Most other countries showed relatively modest annual changes.
In 2024, watch for continued production growth in Poland and further diversification in the Netherlands. Climate change impacts, technological advancements in farming, and trade policies are critical factors influencing future production dynamics across Europe.
Top countries in Capsicum Pepper Harvested Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 40.99 | 2023 | +2.34% | +4.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 11.52 | 2023 | +1.38% | +4.43% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 10.18 | 2023 | +3.68% | +18.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Macedonia | 6.27 | 2023 | +0.98% | +5.58% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 6.07 | 2023 | -0.2% | -2.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Serbia | 3.81 | 2023 | +1.13% | +1.52% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 3.77 | 2023 | +6.21% | -0.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 3.48 | 2023 | +26.72% | -1.01% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Albania | 2.68 | 2023 | +5.68% | +4.75% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 2.18 | 2023 | -1.98% | -3.37% | View data |
