Apricot production decline in Europe

Published Apr 27, 2023

Tridge summary

The Europêch 2023 forecasts reveal a decrease in apricot supply by 7% from 2022, with production estimates averaging around 503,000 tonnes. This decline is in line with the trend since 2017, alternating between years of deficit and high supply. Italy faces the most significant drop in production, estimated at -26% due to reduced surface areas and adverse weather conditions. Despite these challenges, France and Greece maintain stable production levels, albeit below potential. Spain's forecast shows an increase in production compared to the frost-stricken 2022, but still falls short of its potential. Overall, the forecasts indicate a varied situation for apricot production across Europe, with many countries struggling to reach full potential due to weather and other factors.

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Original content

In 2023, with around 503,000 tonnes and a production contraction of 7% on 2022, the supply of apricots at European level should be confirmed on average quantities. In fact, the same percentage change is also recorded by comparing the 2023 quantities with those collected between 2017 and 2021. In summary, therefore, the vintage is positioned on intermediate values between the recent two-year period of production deficit 2020-21 and the seasons of high supply of 2017 and 2019. These are the Europêch 2023 forecasts presented yesterday 26 April in Perpignan (France) as part of Medfel. In Italy, production is declining Cso Italy presented the Italian data, which outlined a not particularly positive scenario. The expected productivity for 2023 will in fact be influenced by the decline in surfaces and by the return of cold weather and sudden changes in terms that have affected various production basins. Production is estimated at around 203,000 tonnes, -26% compared to a good 2022, ...

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