Industry Statistics and Trends
Crop & Animal Farming in Europe key trends
Crop and animal farming is becoming increasingly concentrated.
The number of farms in the EU has been in steep decline for the last decade. However, the amount of land used for production and production output has remained steady, indicating a shift to larger-scale, more efficient production.
Health-conscious Gen Z boost demand for healthy produce.
There’s a growing demand for healthy food options in Europe, especially for fresh, functional and “clean” food. Higher demand for fresh food directly boosts sales of fruit and vegetable crops sold fresh directly to consumers.
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Crop & Animal Farming in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2012-2030. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Crop & Animal Farming in Europe market size (2020-2025)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 1.5 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €155.0bn in 2025.
Trends and Insights
European crop and animal farming is becoming increasingly concentrated
- While the number of farms in the EU has been in steep decline, the amount of land used for production has remained steady, indicating a shift to larger-scale production. Between 2010 and 2020, the EU lost about 3 million farms, almost all of which were family farms, engulfed by bigger farming operations. The most affected EU member states between 2005 and 2022, as a percentage, were Bulgaria (-75%), Hungary (-68%), Poland (-47%), Greece (-36%) and Italy (-34%).
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Crop & Animal Farming in Europe outlook (2025-2030)
Market size is projected to decline over the next five years.
An ageing workforce presents a challenge for the future of European crop and animal farmers
- The number of farmers is falling in Europe. This is partly the result of consolidation in the farming industry, as larger farms have lower labour requirements due to automation. However, there’s also declining interest in farm work in Europe, particularly among young people, which is leaving small farms at risk of labour shortages in the near future.
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Revenue
€155.0bn
Employees
3m
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
Top 5 Countries
Bottom 5 Countries
* CAGR values are for the years 2020-2025.
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Biggest companies in the Crop & Animal Farming in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Agrofert AS | 9,743.4 | 498.0 | 5.1 | |
Ros Agro plc | 2,374.5 | 194.7 | 8.2 | |
Agricost SA | 123.2 | 25.6 | 20.8 |
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Crop & Animal Farming in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Crop & Animal Farming industry in Europe in 2025?
The market size of the Crop & Animal Farming industry in Europe is €155.0bn in 2025.
How many businesses are there in the Crop & Animal Farming industry in Europe in 2025?
There are 2m businesses in the Crop & Animal Farming industry in Europe, which has declined at a CAGR of 2.8 % between 2020 and 2025.
Has the Crop & Animal Farming industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Crop & Animal Farming industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 1.5 % between 2020 and 2025.
What is the forecast growth of the Crop & Animal Farming industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Crop & Animal Farming industry in Europe is expected to decline.
What does the Crop & Animal Farming industry in Europe include?
Pigs and Cattle are part of the Crop & Animal Farming industry in Europe.
How competitive is the Crop & Animal Farming industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Crop & Animal Farming industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Mixed farming enterprises are engaged in both crop and livestock production, but without a distinct focus. The threshold value used here is 66 of the standard contribution margin. If one of the business areas exceeds this threshold, the company is assigned to the corresponding industry.
Related Terms
Precision AgricultureSustainable AgriculturePasture-RearedWhat's included in this industry?
PigsCattleCropsPoultrySheep and GoatsCompanies
Agrofert ASRos Agro plcAgricost SAIndustry Code
015 - Mixed farming in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
European crop and animal farming is becoming increasingly concentrated
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Crop & Animal Farming in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Employees in the Crop & Animal Farming in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Business in the Crop & Animal Farming in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Profit in the Crop & Animal Farming in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Crop & Animal Farming in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Crop & Animal Farming in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Crop & Animal Farming in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Crop & Animal Farming in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Low cereal yields hit crop farming revenue. Cereal crops account for a significant share of crop growing revenue since these are some of the most common crops in Europe. However, cereal production has tumbled in recent years owing to unfavourable weather conditions.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Crop & Animal Farming in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Crop & Animal Farming in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Crop & Animal Farming in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Europe
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2025)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2025)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2025)
- IVA (2025)
- Enterprises (2025)
- Employment (2025)
- Exports (2025)
- Imports (2025)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Industry concentration varies heavily by region. The level of concentration of mixed farms can vary depending on the average farm size and whether it is family-owned or backed by the state or a large corporation.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2020-2025)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 6 companies by market share:
- Market share (2025)
- Revenue (2025)
- Profit (2025)
- Profit Margin (2025)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Agrofert AS
- Countries of operation for Ros Agro plc
- Countries of operation for Agricost SA
- Countries of operation for AB Akola Group
- Countries of operation for Agrarunternehmen Starbach-Sachsen eG
- Countries of operation for Agp Lubesse Agrarproduktgesellschaft mbH
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Environmental and welfare regulations are tightening. Pressure from environmental groups forces governments to implement increasingly strict regulations relating to the environment and animal welfare.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Crop & Animal Farming in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Profit is lower than that of specialised farms. Mixed crop and animal farms’ output is typically of lower quality than that of a specialist crop producer or animal rearer, leading to narrower margins.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Crop & Animal Farming in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
- Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
- Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
- Average Wage (2015-2030)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and bottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2025)
- Business Growth (2025)
- Job Growth (2025)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2025)
- Imports/Demand (2025)
- Exports/Revenue (2025)
- Revenue per Employee (2025)
- Wages/Revenue (2025)
- Employees per Establishment (2025)
- Average Wage (2025)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2015-2030)
- IVA (2015-2030)
- Establishments (2015-2030)
- Enterprises (2015-2030)
- Employment (2015-2030)
- Exports (2015-2030)
- Imports (2015-2030)
- Wages (2015-2030)
Methodology
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