France leads EU wheat and spelt production with 29.25 million metric tons, followed by Germany at 24.46 million metric tons. Turkey, while not in the EU, shows significant output at 20.61 million metric tons, indicating their influence in the regional market. The United Kingdom, having exited the EU, retains robust production capacity at 14.38 million metric tons. Poland and Romania contribute significantly, producing 10.83 and 8.43 million metric tons respectively. Over the last year, the region witnessed modest growth, with an average year-on-year increase of 2% to 3%, while the five-year compound annual growth rate hovered around 1% to 1.5%.
Future trends to watch include:
- Technological advancements enhancing yield and crop resilience.
- Impact of climate change on production patterns and regional outputs.
- Trade policies and market access fluctuations post-Brexit.
- Renewed focus on sustainability and organic cultivation practices.
Top countries in Top Wheat and Spelt Producing EU Countries
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 29,250 | 2016 | |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 24,460 | 2016 | |
| 3 | 3 Turkey | 20,610 | 2016 | |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 14,380 | 2016 | |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 10,830 | 2016 | |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 8,430 | 2016 | |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 8,040 | 2016 | |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 7,870 | 2016 | |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 5,800 | 2016 | |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 5,600 | 2016 |
