In 2023, France led European chicory production at 45.31 thousand metric tons, despite an 11.39% decrease from the previous year. Italy followed with 30.41 thousand metric tons, facing a 10.67% decline. The Netherlands and Belgium experienced slight decreases, while Greece and Austria bucked the trend with increases of 3.64% and 7.15% respectively. Smaller producers like Portugal and Poland saw significant declines. Over the past five years, the average annual growth rate (CAGR) suggests a mixed performance across countries, indicating varied production dynamics within the region.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential recovery in countries with declining production, driven by technological and agricultural innovations.
- Continued growth in countries like Greece and Austria, possibly influencing market dynamics and competitive positioning.
- The impact of climate change on regional agricultural output and adaptations in chicory production practices.
Top countries in Fresh Consumption Purpose Chicory Harvested Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 45.31 | 2023 | +14.26% | -11.39% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 30.41 | 2023 | -1.95% | -10.67% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 9.87 | 2023 | +2.8% | -0.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 5.43 | 2023 | +3.2% | -4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 3.07 | 2023 | -10.27% | +3.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Switzerland | 2.57 | 2023 | -4.73% | -4.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 1.21 | 2023 | +13.17% | -3.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 1.11 | 2023 | +2.84% | +2.85% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 0.43 | 2023 | -5.88% | -0.95% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 0.34 | 2023 | +5.33% | +7.15% | View data |
