Europe: Lettuce And Chicory Market 2024

Lettuce And Chicory Market Size in Europe

The Europe lettuce and chicory market totaled $X in 2023, increasing by X% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level in 2023 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

Lettuce And Chicory Production in Europe

In value terms, lettuce and chicory production expanded slightly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of X%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, production failed to regain momentum.

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2023 were Spain (X tons), Italy (X tons) and Belgium (X tons), together comprising X% of total production.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of production, amongst the key producing countries, was attained by Belgium (with a CAGR of X%), while production for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In 2023, the average lettuce and chicory yield in Europe expanded remarkably to X tons per ha, with an increase of X% against the year before. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the lettuce and chicory yield hit record highs at X tons per ha in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the yield remained at a lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2023, approx. X ha of lettuce and chicory were harvested in Europe; with a decrease of X% on 2022 figures. Overall, the harvested area saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 when the harvested area increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to lettuce and chicory production reached the peak figure at X ha in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.

Lettuce And Chicory Exports

Exports in Europe

In 2023, approx. X tons of lettuce and chicory were exported in Europe; dropping by X% on 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lettuce and chicory exports expanded remarkably to $X in 2023. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Spain was the major exporting country with an export of around X tons, which amounted to X% of total exports. The Netherlands (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, followed by Italy (X tons). All these countries together held near X% share of total exports. Belgium (X tons), France (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Poland (X tons) held a relatively small share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to lettuce and chicory exports from Spain stood at X%. At the same time, Poland (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Poland emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Europe, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. The Netherlands and Italy experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, France (X%), Germany (X%) and Belgium (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Spain (X p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Spain ($X) remains the largest lettuce and chicory supplier in Europe, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Italy, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Spain stood at X%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Netherlands (X% per year) and Italy (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Europe stood at $X per ton in 2023, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the last eleven-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while Germany ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Lettuce And Chicory Imports

Imports in Europe

In 2023, lettuce and chicory imports in Europe fell modestly to X tons, shrinking by X% on 2022 figures. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lettuce and chicory imports skyrocketed to $X in 2023. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2023, Germany (X tons), distantly followed by France (X tons), the UK (X tons), Italy (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Poland (X tons) were the largest importers of lettuce and chicory, together comprising X% of total imports. Belgium (X tons), Sweden (X tons), Switzerland (X tons), Austria (X tons), Spain (X tons), Finland (X tons) and Denmark (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by Poland (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported lettuce and chicory in Europe, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the UK ($X), with an X% share of total imports. It was followed by France, with an X% share.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value in Germany was relatively modest. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the UK (X% per year) and France (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2023, the import price in Europe amounted to $X per ton, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the last eleven years, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Denmark ($X per ton), while Italy ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform