Almond consumption in Spain soars in the domestic market

The European almond is a phenomenon in Spain, and also beyond these borders. In fact, 2023 was a key year for almond consumption in Spain, which grew by 32.6% compared to the previous year (from 11.1 million kg to 14.7 million), according to data from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food. And a good part of this increase is due to the European product, a healthy and sustainable food of Iberian origin, grown in Spain and Portugal, and which is quickly becoming a trend. In 2023, the market value of almonds in Spain increased by 26.6%, to 178.2 million euros (140.7 million in 2022), and the per capita spending of Spaniards stood at €3.81 (25.2% more). This product, in addition, already represents 9.2% of the total volume of nuts consumed in our country, as well as 13.5% of the market value of the entire category. And what is the majority profile of its consumer in Spain? Couples with children of middle age or older, and adult couples without children and retired people. ...