Benelux: Cabbage Market 2024

Cabbage Market Size in Benelux

The Benelux cabbage market soared to $X in 2023, with an increase of X% against the previous year. The market value 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. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level in 2023 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

Cabbage Production in Benelux

In value terms, cabbage production expanded modestly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total output 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 throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, production remained at a lower figure.

The country with the largest volume of cabbage production was the Netherlands (X tons), comprising approx. X% of total volume. Moreover, cabbage production in the Netherlands exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Belgium (X tons), twofold.

In the Netherlands, cabbage production remained relatively stable over the period from 2012-2023.

The average cabbage yield shrank to X tons per ha in 2023, which is down by X% compared with the previous year. In general, the yield showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the yield increased by X%. The level of yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2023, the yield stood at a somewhat lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The cabbage harvested area totaled X ha in 2023, picking up by X% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, the harvested area recorded slight growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X%. The level of harvested area peaked at X ha in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.

Cabbage Exports

Exports in Benelux

In 2023, cabbage exports in Benelux contracted notably to X tons, with a decrease of X% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cabbage exports expanded sharply 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 indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2023, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2023, the Netherlands (X tons) was the major exporter of cabbage and other brassicas, comprising X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), making up a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to cabbage exports from the Netherlands stood at X%. At the same time, Belgium (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Belgium emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Benelux, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. While the share of Belgium (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2023, the share of the Netherlands (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the largest cabbage supplier in Benelux, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

In the Netherlands, cabbage exports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023.

Export Prices by Country

In 2023, the export price in Benelux amounted to $X per ton, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the last eleven years, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, the export price attained 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 the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (X%).

Cabbage Imports

Imports in Benelux

After two years of decline, supplies from abroad of cabbage and other brassicas increased by X% to X tons in 2023. In general, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by X%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cabbage imports soared to $X in 2023. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands was the key importer of cabbage and other brassicas in Benelux, with the volume of imports recording X tons, which was near X% of total imports in 2023. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), making up a X% share of total imports. Luxembourg (X tons) held a minor share of total imports.

The Netherlands experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of imports of cabbage and other brassicas. At the same time, Belgium (X%) and Luxembourg (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Belgium emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Benelux, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. From 2012 to 2023, the share of Belgium increased by X percentage points. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported cabbage and other brassicas in Benelux, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

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

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2023, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Luxembourg ($X per ton), while Belgium ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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

Source: IndexBox Platform