Cauliflowers and broccoli market in Slovakia

Earlier Report Observations

The market volume for fresh cauliflowers and headed broccoli in Slovakia showed considerable variation between 2018 and 2023, declining from 9 205 metric tons in 2018 to a low of 7 670 metric tons in 2021 before partially recovering to 8 367 metric tons by 2023. This overall contraction was accompanied by a volatile domestic production trend, which peaked at 760 metric tons in 2021 after more than doubling from 340 metric tons in 2018.

The launch of new hybrid varieties, such as the beta-carotene-rich orange 'Cheddar' cauliflower, alongside advances in cultivation methods requiring specific potassium-rich substrates, provided a foundation for increased local yields. These innovations likely contributed to the notable expansion of domestic output observed in 2020 and 2021.

Shifting consumer preferences toward healthier, plant-based diets emerged as a significant demand driver by 2024, reflected in a substantial increase in imports to 10 647 metric tons that year, indicating growing market demand for these vegetables.

Production cauliflowers and broccoli in Slovakia

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Top producers of cauliflowers and broccoli, 2017-2020

World map of production of cauliflowers and broccoli, 2017-2020

Slovakia's production of cauliflowers and broccoli has increased for the second year in a row. In 2020, the country produced 490.0 tonnes, marking a significant 36.1% rise compared to 2019. Looking at the period from 2017 to 2020, overall production decreased by 5.6%, which translates to an average annual decline of 1.9%. The lowest production level was recorded in 2018 at 340.0 tonnes, with the largest drop of 34.5% occurring that same year.

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

Exports cauliflowers and broccoli from Slovakia

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After two years of growth, Slovakia's exports of cauliflowers and broccoli declined. In 2020, exports totaled 232 tonnes, down 5.8% from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports increased by 46.9%, with an average annual growth rate of 13.7%. The highest export volume was recorded in 2019 at 246 tonnes, while the largest increase of 31.6% occurred in 2018.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Slovakia's exports of cauliflowers and broccoli were primarily directed towards Hungary and Czechia. Together, these two countries accounted for 83.2% of total exports, with other destinations playing a minor role.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

The market showed considerable volatility during these years. Exports fluctuated significantly, with a 2.3-fold difference between the peak in 2019 and the low point in 2017. In 2020, the value of Slovakia's cauliflowers and broccoli exports was recorded at 252 000 US dollars, a 9.3% decrease from 2019. The highest value was reached in 2019 at 278 000 US dollars, with the largest increase of 83.5% also occurring that year.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, Hungary, Czechia, and Bulgaria were the top contributors to Slovakia's export value for cauliflowers and broccoli. Hungary accounted for 57.0% of exports, Czechia for 17.9%, and Bulgaria for 11.4%, together making up 86.4% of total export value.

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

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

Imports cauliflowers and broccoli to Slovakia

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Slovakia's imports of cauliflowers and broccoli declined for the third consecutive year. In 2020, import volume reached 8 660 tonnes, showing a slight decrease of 1.4% compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports fell by 8.9%, with an average annual decline of 3.0%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the main sources for Slovakia's imports of cauliflowers and broccoli were France, Poland, and Italy. These three countries together accounted for 60.5% of total import volume.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Slovakia's imports of cauliflowers and broccoli in value terms increased for the third year in a row. In 2020, imports amounted to 10 612 000 US dollars, reflecting a substantial 15.6% rise compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports grew by 32.5%, with an average annual increase of 9.8%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, France, Italy, and Spain were the leading suppliers of cauliflowers and broccoli to Slovakia in value terms. France contributed 20.9% of imports, Italy 19.7%, and Spain 16.9%, together comprising 57.5% of total import value.

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

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