European Statistics Handbook 2025 Available for Downloading From Fruit Logistica’s Website

Fruit Logistica’s website offers the most recent edition of the European Statistics Handbook for download. The primary fruit and vegetable flows that sustain the import/export industry, as well as Europe’s major markets and producers, are all covered in this annual edition.
The handbook includes thorough statistics and analyses that offer a comprehensive look at the advancements and difficulties in this industry. Production levels and global trade in goods are the main topics of discussion. Businesses in the fruit and vegetable industry can make better, more informed decisions by using the European Statistics Handbook. The publication includes studies that facilitate comprehension of the production, supply, and trade data of the different European markets in addition to statistics.
Five Key Findings of the European Statistics Handbook 2025
1. Difficult economic situation for consumers: Despite wage rises in 2024, the economic situation remains difficult for many consumers in Europe. Prices, in particular for fruit and vegetables, have continued to rise, making an above-average contribution to the higher cost of living. However, purchase volumes are not in decline. Sustainability, organic, and local produce have as yet not been impacted by the economic situation.
2. Weather extremes are impacting the industry: 2024 once again saw many extreme weather events which severely impacted the production and transport of goods. Freezing nighttime temperatures, heavy rainfall, and flooding, particularly in Central Europe and Valencia, and the rising spread of new pests posed major challenges for farmers.
3. Lower operating costs, but continuing cost pressure: Following cost increases in previous years, fertilizer prices fell in 2024. At the same time, however, spending on machinery, maintenance, and wages increased. Labor availability remains a key problem. The price index for operating costs fell by 9 points, without any positive impact on the income situation of many farms, however.
4. Geopolitical conflicts are influencing the sector: The conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza and the results of the European elections in 2024 have strongly influenced the political climate. The debate surrounding bureaucratic requirements and cuts in subsidies led to protests, which at times blocked transport routes. Nevertheless, topics such as climate action and sustainability are gaining traction with EU agricultural policymakers.
5. Mixed results in fruit and vegetable production: While fruit production fell slightly, particularly of apples, vegetable yields remained stable and in some cases (onions and peppers) even increased. The effects of frost and flooding however highlighted the vulnerability of production to such events.
The European Statistics Handbook is published by Fruit Logistica and compiled by Agrarmarkt Informations-Gesellschaft (AMI) in cooperation with Fruitnet Media International, the official media partner.