As of 2024, Spain remains the dominant player in European organic citrus production with a volume of 623.21 thousand metric tons, significantly ahead of other countries. Greece follows at a distant second with 28.85 thousand metric tons, while Cyprus, Croatia, and Malta contribute very modestly to the overall production with 1.54, 0.158, and 0.002 thousand metric tons respectively.
Year-on-year percentage variations reveal that in 2023, Spain saw a notable increase of 12.56%, Greece experienced a modest growth of 1.68%, Cyprus showed a substantial growth rate of 13.09%, and Croatia demonstrated a considerable rise of 15.76%, while Malta displayed no change. Over the last five years, these countries have exhibited average annual growth, measured by the last CAGR, indicating a burgeoning interest and investment in organic citrus production.
Future trends to watch for in European organic citrus production include:
- Continued expansion in Spain, leveraging its established infrastructure and favorable climate.
- Potential growth in Greece, given its ongoing trend of modest increases in production.
- Emerging contributions from Cyprus and Croatia, which despite their small scale, have shown high growth rates.
- The stability of Malta's production levels, suggesting limited but consistent output.
Top countries in Organic Citrus Production by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 623,210 | 2023 | +7.33% | +12.56% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 28,850 | 2023 | +5.31% | +1.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Cyprus | 1,540 | 2023 | +8.53% | +13.09% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 158 | 2023 | -29.78% | +15.76% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Malta | 2 | 2023 | 0% | View data |
