Capsicum and pimenta fruits market in Czechia

Earlier Report Observations

The market volume for fresh capsicum and pimenta fruits in Czechia declined from 58 596 t in 2018 to 52 202 t in 2023. This drop was influenced by EU regulatory changes, such as the new plant protection rules adopted in 2018 and further tightening of pesticide approvals and residue limits in 2023, which increased compliance costs and constrained supply. The sensitivity of pepper cultivation to microclimate and irrigation, noted in 2019, also contributed to production volatility.

In value terms, the market grew from $87.3 million to $114.9 million over the same period, driven by rising input costs for energy, fuel, and fertilizers, as well as shifting consumer preferences toward local and organic produce. The entry of 47 new brands in 2024 intensified competition, while new national and EU regulations on food safety and labeling introduced additional requirements for market participants.

Distribution channels evolved with the growth of online sales, and agricultural subsidies supported sustainable farming practices, yet the overall market volume continued its downward trend through the period.

Production capsicum and pimenta fruits in Czechia

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Top producers of capsicum and pimenta fruits, 2017-2020

World map of production of capsicum and pimenta fruits, 2017-2020

Czechia's production of capsicum and pimenta fruits has grown for the third year in a row. In 2019, the country produced 11 340 tonnes, which increased to 12 230 tonnes in 2020—a 7.9% rise. Looking at the period from 2017 to 2020, production expanded by 33.2%, with an average annual growth rate of 10.0%.

Annual dynamics of production in Czechia in kind, 2017-2020, t

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In 2020, the value of capsicum and pimenta fruits output in Czechia reached 18 150 thousand US dollars, marking a solid 10.3% increase from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, production value grew by 29.3%, averaging 9.0% per year. The most significant drop occurred in 2019 at 4.5%, while the largest gain was in 2018 with a 22.7% rise.

Annual dynamics of production in Czechia in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Exports capsicum and pimenta fruits from Czechia

Exports in kind, t

Czechia's exports of capsicum and pimenta fruits have risen for the second consecutive year. In 2019, exports were 7 134 tonnes, climbing to 7 376 tonnes in 2020—a 3.4% year-over-year increase. From 2017 to 2020, exports grew by 9.3%, with an average annual rate of 3.0%. The lowest volume was in 2018 at 5 793 tonnes, which saw a 14.1% decline, while the highest increase was in 2019 at 23.2%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Czechia in kind, 2017-2020, t

Between 2017 and 2020, Czechia's capsicum and pimenta fruits exports were heavily concentrated on Slovakia, which accounted for 79.5% of total shipments. The remaining share was distributed among other countries.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Czechia in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

Czechia's export value of capsicum and pimenta fruits has increased for the second year in a row. In 2019, exports totaled 10 366 thousand US dollars, rising to 10 946 thousand US dollars in 2020—a 5.6% advance. Over the 2017-2020 period, export value grew by 6.2%, with an average annual growth of 2.0%. The lowest value was recorded in 2018 at 9 677 thousand US dollars, which experienced a 6.2% decline, while the largest increase was in 2019 at 7.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Czechia in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Slovakia absorbed 78.6% of Czechia's total export value for capsicum and pimenta fruits. The remainder was spread across a variety of smaller markets.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Czechia in value, 2017-2020

Imports capsicum and pimenta fruits to Czechia

Imports in kind, t

In 2020, Czechia imported 51 036 tonnes of capsicum and pimenta fruits, up 5.2% from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports decreased by 2.4%, averaging a 0.8% annual decline. The lowest volume was in 2019 at 48 497 tonnes, which saw a 10.3% drop, while the highest was in 2018 at 54 079 tonnes.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Czechia in kind, 2017-2020, t

Between 2017 and 2020, Spain, the Netherlands, and Germany were the top suppliers of capsicum and pimenta fruits to Czechia. Spain accounted for 34.6% of imports in volume, the Netherlands for 17.0%, and Germany for 12.3%, together making up 64.0% of total imports.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Czechia in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Czechia's import value for capsicum and pimenta fruits reached 87 515 thousand US dollars, a strong 13.9% gain from the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, import value increased by 16.5%, with an average annual growth rate of 5.2%. The largest decline occurred in 2019 at 3.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Czechia in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Over the 2017-2020 period, Spain, the Netherlands, and Germany were the primary suppliers of capsicum and pimenta fruits to Czechia in value terms. Spain contributed 35.3%, the Netherlands 18.9%, and Germany 18.7%, collectively accounting for 73.0% of total import value.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Czechia in value, 2017-2020