In 2023, Romania led European maize production with 20.75 million metric tons, showing a 2.16% year-on-year increase, indicating a strong production capacity. France followed with 12.22 million metric tons, experiencing a slight decline of 0.72%. Hungary, the third-largest producer with 7.99 million metric tons, saw almost stable growth at 0.15%. Other notable producers included Italy, which decreased by 3.94%, and Poland, showing a growth of 3.22%. Smaller countries like the Netherlands and Sweden exhibited the most notable fluctuations, with the Netherlands facing a significant decline at -30.37% while Sweden grew by 3.71%.
Future trends to watch include the impact of climate change and EU agricultural policies on production levels. Romania's growth trajectory suggests it may continue to dominate, while France and Italy will need measures to stabilize production. Innovations in genetics and sustainable farming practices are expected to play crucial roles in determining productivity across Europe.
Top countries in Maize Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Romania | 20,750 | 2023 | +3.47% | +2.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 12,220 | 2023 | -1.24% | -0.72% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 7,990 | 2023 | +0.68% | +0.15% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 5,060 | 2023 | -3.95% | -3.94% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 4,300 | 2023 | +2.41% | +3.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 3,800 | 2023 | -0.52% | -0.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 3,770 | 2023 | +3.03% | +1.82% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 2,110 | 2023 | +0.43% | +0.31% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 2,050 | 2023 | +0.36% | -0.97% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 1,510 | 2023 | +1.93% | +0.93% | View data |
