In 2023, Germany imported the largest volume of dried vegetables and vegetable mixtures among European countries, with significant growth reported at 2.8% year-on-year. Italy and Belgium experienced notable growth at 6.44% and 5.91%, respectively. However, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom faced declines, with imports decreasing by 7.19% and 5.04%. Spain and Bulgaria saw substantial increases, particularly Bulgaria at 19.89%. Sweden’s imports also surged by 13.45%, indicating a rising demand in the region. Meanwhile, Ireland faced the most significant decline at 12.89%, with Finland and Malta also experiencing decreases.
Future Trends to Watch:
- The shifting consumer preference toward premium and healthy foods could further increase demand for dried vegetable imports.
- Sustainability practices and organic production may appeal more, influencing import patterns.
- Economic fluctuations and trade policies due to geopolitical changes could affect import dynamics in the coming years.
- Technological advancements in food processing and storage could impact supply chain efficiencies, affecting import costs and volumes.
Top countries in Import of Dried Vegetables and Vegetable Mixtures by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 53,753,000 | 2023 | +1.82% | +2.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 25,733,000 | 2023 | +2.53% | +6.44% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 19,332,000 | 2023 | -18.19% | -7.19% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 16,906,000 | 2023 | +3.05% | +2.95% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 14,816,000 | 2023 | +11.6% | +5.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 13,892,000 | 2023 | +0.00014% | -5.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 13,715,000 | 2023 | +2.21% | +3.72% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 9,142,800 | 2023 | +8.7% | +7.71% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 8,189,200 | 2023 | +6.01% | +19.89% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 6,794,500 | 2023 | +2.18% | +1.01% | View data |
