In 2023, Italy remained the leading European importer of durum wheat, with imports reaching 2.41 million metric tons. Despite no year-on-year variations across all countries, Italy stood out significantly in volume. Poland, Portugal, and Greece followed, but each imported less than half a million metric tons. Countries like Estonia and Bulgaria recorded imports as low as 0.001 and 0.002 million metric tons respectively.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential shifts in demand patterns due to changing dietary habits and preferences within Europe.
- The impact of climate change on durum wheat production in supplying countries, potentially affecting import volumes.
- Policy changes related to agricultural imports due to geopolitical tensions or emerging trade agreements.
Top countries in Imports of Durum Wheat by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 2,410 | 2023 | +1.58% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 473 | 2023 | +12.89% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 319 | 2023 | +7.77% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 213 | 2023 | +11.52% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 154 | 2023 | +38.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 112 | 2023 | +15.46% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 100 | 2023 | -6.54% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 71 | 2023 | +10.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 48 | 2023 | +4.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 36 | 2023 | +5.88% | View data |
