In 2023, Switzerland led with the highest imports of fodder crops and grazed biomass in Europe, although experiencing a slight year-on-year decline of -2.37%. The Netherlands, with a significant growth of 9.65%, closely followed. Germany also saw a minor decrease of -1.33%, while France and Belgium had moderate growths of 2.08% and 0.57%, respectively. Scandinavian countries like Norway and Iceland faced notable declines of -13.42% and -3.33%. On the other hand, countries like Portugal and Romania experienced increases of 6.33% and 5.72%. Bulgaria's imports surged impressively by 107.96%, while Ireland's import volume dropped sharply by -27.91%.
Looking ahead, trends indicate a potential increased demand in countries with growing agricultural sectors and improvements in import efficiencies, like the Netherlands and Bulgaria. Environmental regulations and climate change adaptation strategies could impact future import patterns, making it crucial to monitor policy changes and technological advancements in agricultural practices across Europe.
Top countries in Fodder Crops and Grazed Biomass Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Switzerland | 256.7 | 2023 | -6.81% | -2.37% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 245.82 | 2023 | +2.54% | +9.65% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 154.88 | 2023 | -0.1% | -1.33% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 114.15 | 2023 | +0.76% | +2.08% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 109.45 | 2023 | +7.31% | +0.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 73.11 | 2023 | +0.2% | +6.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 59.4 | 2023 | +4.21% | +2.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 54 | 2023 | +25.58% | -13.42% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 50.96 | 2023 | +2.52% | +0.51% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 28.34 | 2023 | -4.7% | -4.07% | View data |
