**Imports Surge for Greek Fresh Produce Amid Summer Demand**
**Greek Imports of Chilled Vegetables Experience Quarterly Growth**
• Greece imported 15% more fresh and chilled vegetables in Q2 compared to the same period last year.
• The increase is attributed to higher summer demand for produce such as cucumbers, bell peppers, and aubergines.
• This growth trend aligns with seasonal patterns, as consumers in Greece tend to consume more fresh vegetables during warmer months.
Greece’s imports of chilled vegetables have experienced a quarterly uptick, driven by increased consumer demand. As the summer season approaches its peak, imports are expected to continue at elevated levels due to the country’s high consumption rates for fresh produce. This trend is consistent with historical patterns and may be influenced by favorable weather conditions in major producing countries such as Spain and Italy.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 28,723,437 | 39,592,329 |
| 2021 | 28,872,515 | 42,489,858 |
| 2022 | 33,474,941 | 53,026,030 |
| 2023 | 33,848,928 | 61,720,111 |
| 2024 | 36,015,322 | 64,749,450 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | 15,564,182 | 30,377,992 |
| Turkey | 4,729,598 | 4,069,777 |
| Netherlands | 4,504,594 | 11,152,981 |
| Italy | 3,495,832 | 7,772,085 |
| Macedonia | 1,799,001 | 951,298 |
| Spain | 1,266,256 | 2,209,721 |
| Jordan | 962,209 | 1,898,501 |
| Albania | 785,453 | 909,285 |
| Bulgaria | 706,061 | 1,065,564 |
| Israel | 650,671 | 1,283,742 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | 14,975,481 | 28,635,421 |
| Netherlands | 3,848,607 | 9,805,300 |
| Turkey | 3,684,851 | 3,581,878 |
| Italy | 3,102,697 | 6,845,552 |
| Macedonia | 2,523,010 | 1,221,697 |
| Romania | 1,107,959 | 3,186,819 |
| Spain | 1,027,279 | 1,952,336 |
| Bulgaria | 944,368 | 1,165,437 |
| Israel | 708,665 | 1,541,686 |
| Jordan | 638,734 | 1,086,628 |
