In 2023, Italy led European apricot production with 231.83 thousand metric tons, followed by Greece, France, and Spain, although Spain showed a decrease of 5.74%. Serbia, Hungary, and Bulgaria displayed growth, contrasting with declines in Switzerland, Austria, and Portugal. Noteworthy change came from Slovenia and Croatia with significant increases, standing out among smaller producers. Malta's production ceased, showing a 100% decline, highlighting a drastic fall in output.
For future trends, monitoring Italy’s leadership, emerging growth in Serbia and Hungary, and potential recovery strategies in declining countries will be crucial. Additionally, the impact of climate change on yield and advances in agricultural technology should be considered.
Top countries in Apricots Harvested Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 231.83 | 2023 | +0.76% | +0.24% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 114.07 | 2023 | +1.64% | +0.99% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 107.11 | 2023 | -16.37% | -1.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 105.21 | 2023 | +62.21% | -5.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Serbia | 32.85 | 2023 | -26% | +5.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 30.57 | 2023 | +30.09% | -2.35% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 19.38 | 2023 | -19.62% | +6.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 17.86 | 2023 | -6.2% | +5.62% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 5.94 | 2023 | -0.17% | -5.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Albania | 5.3 | 2023 | -3.64% | +0.77% | View data |
