In 2024, Spain led European fruit production with a market share of €29.05 million, despite a slight decline of 0.13% year-on-year. Italy, the second-largest producer, showed a 1.59% increase to reach €16.25 million. Greece and France both saw moderate growths of 5.28% and 1.43%, reaching €10.64 million and €10.04 million respectively. Portugal exhibited substantial growth at 9.12%, hitting €7.24 million, whereas Poland experienced a 5.68% rise to €5.18 million. Germany (down 0.34%) and the United Kingdom (up 1.55%) followed with €3.29 million and €2.84 million respectively. Other notable year-on-year growths include Denmark at 8.25%, Latvia at 8.5%, and Lithuania at 6.85%. Conversely, Slovenia (-5.14%), Croatia (-3.8%), and Estonia (-6.71%) faced declines.
Future trends to watch for in European fruit production include continued growth in the Iberian Peninsula, particularly Portugal, and emerging markets in Eastern Europe like Lithuania and Latvia. Potential declines or slower growth might persist in regions like Estonia, Slovenia, and Croatia due to various economic and climatic challenges. The fruit production landscape could also be affected by technological advancements, climate change, and policy shifts within the EU.
Top countries in Fruits Production Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 29.05 | 2023 | +5.15% | -0.13% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 16.25 | 2023 | -3.32% | +1.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 10.64 | 2023 | +1.23% | +5.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 10.04 | 2023 | -4.36% | +1.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 7.24 | 2023 | +8.75% | +9.12% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 5.18 | 2023 | -9.91% | +5.68% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 4.19 | 2023 | -3.67% | +0.02% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 3.29 | 2023 | +2.6% | -0.34% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 2.84 | 2023 | +1.1% | +1.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 2.62 | 2023 | +6.87% | +1.99% | View data |
