In 2023, Italy led European eggplant production with 305.09 thousand metric tons, followed by Spain's 275.28 thousand metric tons. Notable growers also included Romania, the Netherlands, and Greece. While Italy saw a modest 0.45% growth, Spain's production rose by 2.92%. France and Austria displayed strong growth trends of 9.11% and 10.36%, respectively. Conversely, Romania and Greece experienced declines, with Romania decreasing by 2.0% and Greece by 6.75%.
In the coming years, technological advancements in agricultural practices and climate change impacts could significantly alter production patterns. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for understanding future trends in eggplant harvesting across Europe.
Top countries in Eggplants Harvested Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 305.09 | 2023 | -0.76% | +0.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 275.28 | 2023 | -0.38% | +2.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 79.7 | 2023 | +23.45% | -2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 67 | 2023 | +1.52% | +4.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 50.01 | 2023 | +12.38% | -6.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 49.46 | 2023 | +16.43% | +9.11% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Albania | 34.93 | 2023 | +3.07% | +2.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 14.29 | 2023 | +3.55% | +7.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 10.56 | 2023 | +8.98% | -1.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 7.53 | 2023 | +39.7% | +1.91% | View data |
