In 2023, Belgium led the European Early Potatoes Price Index with a value of 21.622, followed closely by Romania and Lithuania. Notable increases from the previous year included Finland with a dramatic surge of 47.57%, and Sweden at 31.14%. Meanwhile, Austria experienced a significant decline of 11.93%, and Poland and Greece also saw decreases. Over the past five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) indicates varied growth patterns, with some countries like Finland experiencing substantial growth, while others, such as Austria, note a downturn.
Relevant future trends to monitor include potential continued rises in Scandinavian countries like Finland and Sweden, which may impact production strategies and export dynamics. Post-Brexit trade dynamics, climate change impact on yield, and economic factors such as inflation and trade policies will also play critical roles in shaping the price index across Europe.
Top countries in Early Potatoes Price Index by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Indexes 2015 = 100 | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 216.22 | 2022 | -44.2% | +0.18% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 204.8 | 2022 | +28.02% | +5.62% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Lithuania | 187.84 | 2022 | +24.89% | +3.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 178 | 2022 | +10.23% | -0.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovenia | 176.36 | 2022 | +11.56% | +3.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 174.12 | 2022 | +183.21% | +47.57% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 165.3 | 2022 | +2.77% | +3.94% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 154.44 | 2022 | +147.86% | +31.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 152.8 | 2022 | +39.04% | -1.44% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 150.55 | 2022 | +25.33% | +5.98% | View data |
