Industry Statistics and Trends
Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe key trends
Most farms operate on a small scale.
In 2020, the European Commission classified 94.8% of all farms in the EU as family farms.
Farmers are having to overcome environment-related challenges.
Changing weather patterns are negatively affecting crop yields and harvest volumes.
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Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 4.8 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €142.5bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Most farms operate at a small scale
- According to the European Commission (EC), about two-thirds of all farms within the EU were less than five hectares in size in 2020, with 94.8% of all farms being classed as family farms.
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Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
The number of farms is falling
- The number of farms in the EU is falling, though the remaining farms are getting bigger. This indicates consolidation activity among farmers, especially as the amount of land used for agricultural production has remained relatively unchanged, according to the EC.
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Revenue
€142.5bn
Employees
2m
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
Top 5 Countries
Bottom 5 Countries
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cargill Inc. | 173,538.7 | 4,666.1 | 2.7 | |
Bunge Ltd. | 64,243.9 | 2,028.9 | 3.2 | |
Südzucker AG | 10,030.0 | 750.7 | 7.5 |
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Non-Perennial Crop Growing 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 Non-Perennial Crop Growing industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Non-Perennial Crop Growing industry in Europe is €142.5bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 231k businesses in the Non-Perennial Crop Growing industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 1.6 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Non-Perennial Crop Growing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Non-Perennial Crop Growing industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 4.8 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Non-Perennial Crop Growing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Non-Perennial Crop Growing industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe include?
Cereals and Industrial crops are part of the Non-Perennial Crop Growing industry.
How competitive is the Non-Perennial Crop Growing industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and steady in the Non-Perennial Crop Growing industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Farms in the industry grow a range of non-perennial crops in open fields, which are often combined within agricultural units. The crops grown by the industry include cereals, leguminous crops, oil seeds, rice, vegetables, sugar cane, tobacco, fibre crops and plants and flowers.
Related Terms
BIOFUELNON-PERENNIAL CROPSVERTICAL FARMINGWhat's included in this industry?
CerealsIndustrial cropsVegetables and horticultural cropsPotatoesCompanies
Cargill Inc.Bunge Ltd.Südzucker AGIndustry Code
011 - Growing of non-perennial crops in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Most farms operate at a small scale
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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 Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Poor weather conditions have reduced harvest volumes. Cereal production and sunflower seed production was hurt by adverse weather, offsetting increase planting areas.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Non-Perennial Crop Growing 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 (2024)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2024)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2024)
- IVA (2024)
- Enterprises (2024)
- Employment (2024)
- Exports (2024)
- Imports (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Larger farms can pour investment. Larger farmers have greater financial resources to invest into capital, giving them a competitive advantage over smaller farms.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 5 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Cargill Inc.
- Countries of operation for Bunge Ltd.
- Countries of operation for Südzucker AG
- Countries of operation for Dole plc
- Countries of operation for Groupe Bonduelle
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Farmers must follow strict regulations. Farmers are prohibited from using certain chemicals, like pesticides, when spraying their crops.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Inflationary pressures have eaten into the bottom lines. Fertiliser prices have skyrocketed, and as a key input for farming activities, farmers have been forced to absorb some of these additional costs.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
-
Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Non-Perennial Crop Growing in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
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 (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
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