Global Lettuce and Chicory Market Hits Record Exports in 2024
The global lettuce and chicory market has witnessed a remarkable surge in 2024, with exports soaring to X tons, marking a X% increase from the previous year. Spain and Belgium led the export growth, with Spain being the top exporter in the EU market. The robust growth in exports mirrors the buoyant production trends. In 2024, the global production volume grew, although the value terms shrank slightly to $X. This follows a significant increase in 2016 when production surged by X% year-on-year, indicating a consistent growth trajectory. The global lettuce and chicory market has been on an upward trajectory since 2022, with a X% increase to $X in 2024. This marks the second consecutive year of growth after two years of decline. Exports also expanded in value terms to $X in 2024. The average yield per hectare rose slightly to X tons per ha, reflecting improved farming practices worldwide. Over the period from 2012 to 2024, the market value grew at an average annual rate of X%. China continues to dominate the production scene, harvesting approx. X ha and producing X tons in 2024, accounting for X% of the global volume. The global lettuce and chicory market's resilience and growth in 2024 are encouraging signs for the industry. With production and consumption trends pointing upwards, and exports reaching record highs, the market is poised for steady growth in the near future.
