In 2023, Spain led the European Spring Spelt and Wheat harvested area with 225.27 thousand hectares, representing a 0.89% year-on-year increase. Finland in second, with 170.3 thousand hectares, enjoyed a robust 37% growth. Poland and Lithuania faced significant reductions of 19.61% and 18.85% respectively. Among Western nations, France saw a modest 1.74% growth, while Germany experienced a sharp decline of 22.98%. Notably, Romania and Belgium reported growths, contrasting with major declines in countries like Bosnia and Herzegovina and Germany.
Looking ahead, it's essential to watch the impact of climate change and EU agricultural policies on growth patterns. Countries adapting to sustainable practices might lead future growth, while geopolitical tensions could affect cross-border agricultural trade and productivity.
Top countries in Spring Spelt and Wheat Harvested Area by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 225.27 | 2023 | +19.61% | +0.0089% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 170.3 | 2023 | -10.94% | +0.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 165.2 | 2023 | -18.79% | -19.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 109 | 2023 | +4.14% | -18.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Latvia | 100.8 | 2023 | +12.5% | -13.12% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 46.35 | 2023 | +5.8% | -10.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 35.32 | 2023 | -33.18% | -5.15% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 30.6 | 2023 | -41.38% | -22.98% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 26.44 | 2023 | -6.34% | -19.77% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 17.1 | 2023 | +37.9% | View data |
