Analysis of the 2023 data for European production of mineral or chemical fertilizers containing nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium reveals significant national variations. Spain led with a production volume of 2.772 billion kilograms, marking a 12.23% increase from previous years. Belgium and Finland followed, showing growth rates of 8.72% and 6.04%, respectively. Portugal displayed a remarkable surge of 2650%, whilst France faced a decline of 15.36%. Other noteworthy trends include gains in Serbia at 9.01% and Italy at 7.96%, while Ireland and Lithuania saw reductions of 5.46% and 23.18%, respectively.
Looking forward, potential trends to monitor include the impacts of geopolitical tensions which may affect raw material supply chains, innovations in sustainable agricultural practices that may reshape fertilizer demand, and economic fluctuations in the EU which could lead to shifts in production priorities. Monitoring environmental regulations will also be vital as policies tighten around fertilizer use and production methods.
Top countries in Sold Production of Mineral or Chemical Fertilisers Containing the Three Fertilising Elements Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 2,772,000,000 | 2023 | +5.71% | +12.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 2,124,300,000 | 2023 | +4.13% | +8.72% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 1,794,800,000 | 2023 | +4.41% | +6.04% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 1,307,200,000 | 2023 | +0.54% | +0.68% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 1,017,300,000 | 2023 | -2.98% | +1.98% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 834,960,000 | 2023 | +0.29% | -5.46% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 508,660,000 | 2023 | +1.64% | -1.48% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 483,640,000 | 2023 | -0.71% | +7.96% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 380,120,000 | 2023 | -0.9% | -0.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 379,600,000 | 2023 | +5.47% | +2650% | View data |
