In 2023, Spain maintained its lead in European almond production, but with a slight decline of 1.04% from 2022, highlighting a potential stabilization after reaching 321.81 thousand metric tons. Italy experienced a minor decrease of 1.91%, while Portugal saw a significant rise of 25.12%, indicating growing production capacity. Greece also increased by 5.49%. Smaller producers like France and Albania exhibited growth, up by 19.12% and 16.97% respectively. Notably, Bulgaria and Bosnia and Herzegovina showed declines. Over the past five years, the overall trend suggests variable growth rates across countries, driven by climate conditions and agricultural investments.
Looking ahead, future trends to watch include technological advancements and sustainable practices influencing production volumes. Climate change remains a critical factor, which could impact yield variability. Countries like Portugal might continue expanding their production due to favorable conditions and investment growth. Additionally, market demand and supply chain dynamics could drive shifts in production trends across Europe.
Top countries in Almonds Harvested Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 321.81 | 2023 | +30.82% | -1.04% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 72.47 | 2023 | -2.84% | -1.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 52.5 | 2023 | +13.59% | +25.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 34.9 | 2023 | -11.8% | +5.49% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 2.71 | 2023 | +7.54% | +19.12% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Albania | 2.19 | 2023 | +68.46% | +16.97% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 0.94 | 2023 | -2.08% | -6.13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Macedonia | 0.75 | 2023 | -6.25% | +5.64% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 0.4 | 2023 | -4.76% | +2.71% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 0.13 | 2023 | -68.29% | +3.4% | View data |
