In 2023, Germany led European sold production of prepared or preserved edible parts of plants with a strong market presence, despite a slight annual decline of 0.51%. Spain and Poland showed positive growth rates of 3.31% and 1.81% respectively, indicating strengthened production capacities. By contrast, Italy and the United Kingdom experienced notable declines, with Italy down by 8.8% and the UK by 3.68%. Noteworthy increases were observed in countries like Greece (3.81%) and Romania (6.78%), highlighting potential emerging markets. Finland and Latvia faced significant setbacks with decreases of 15.46% and 20.15%, respectively.
Future trends to watch for include:
- An increased focus on sustainable production practices amidst growing environmental concerns.
- The potential for Eastern European countries to expand production shares due to lower operational costs.
- Impacts of technological advancements in processing and preservation methods driving efficiencies.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards organic and plant-based products influencing market dynamics.
Top countries in Sold Production of Prepared or Preserved Edible Parts of Plants by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 579,300,000 | 2023 | +0.58% | -0.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 240,100,000 | 2023 | +3.93% | +3.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 170,180,000 | 2023 | +1.55% | +1.81% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 137,890,000 | 2023 | +8.14% | -8.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 73,024,000 | 2023 | -1.58% | -3.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 41,971,000 | 2023 | -2.38% | -3.11% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 40,106,000 | 2023 | +1.54% | +0.75% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 39,886,000 | 2023 | +4.78% | +3.81% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 34,302,000 | 2023 | +0.41% | +1.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 32,578,000 | 2023 |
