Pumpkins, squash and gourds market in Poland

Earlier Report Observations

The market for fresh or chilled pumpkins, squash and gourds in Poland experienced moderate growth from 73.2 million USD in 2018 to 76.7 million USD in 2019. A sharp expansion followed in 2020, with the market size jumping to 188.3 million USD. This surge was driven by a notable rise in the popularity of edible pumpkins among Polish consumers, fueled by growing interest in diverse varieties and their nutritional properties, as well as increased culinary use in various forms.

Market growth continued through 2021, 2022, and 2023, reaching 235.7 million USD, 319.6 million USD, and 359.1 million USD respectively. The rate of increase moderated after the 2020 peak, but the overall upward trajectory was maintained throughout the period.

In 2024, the market landscape saw new developments with the entry of PIK Global Europe Sp. z o.o., which opened a Polish branch in May, potentially influencing competition and supply. The introduction of new edible and ornamental pumpkin varieties, including those resistant to changing weather conditions, responded to evolving consumer preferences. The industry also connected at the large Fresh Market 2024 B2B event in Ożarów Mazowiecki, fostering information exchange.

Production pumpkins, squash and gourds in Poland

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

Top producers of pumpkins, squash and gourds, 2017-2020

World map of production of pumpkins, squash and gourds, 2017-2020

The data reveals irregular changes, indicating a volatile market environment. Import levels fluctuated 2.7-fold between the low of 2019 and the high of 2020. In 2020, Poland produced 243.7 K t of pumpkins, squash, and gourds, marking a significant year-over-year increase of 174.1%. The minimum production was recorded in 2019 at 88.9 K t, while the largest decline occurred in 2018 with a drop of 10.1%.

Annual dynamics of production in Poland in kind, 2017-2020, K t

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Poland's production of pumpkins, squash, and gourds has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, the output was valued at 164.0 M $ US, showing a sharp gain of 180.6% compared to the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, production rose by 219%, which translates to an annualized growth rate of 47.2%.

Annual dynamics of production in Poland in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Exports pumpkins, squash and gourds from Poland

Exports in kind, t

In 2020, Poland's exports of pumpkins, squash, and gourds totaled 5 692 t, marking a sharp rise of 39.4% compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, exports increased by 31.8%, equating to an annualized rate of 9.6%. The minimum value was recorded in 2019 at 4 083 t, with the largest decline occurring that same year at 22.9%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Germany (22.0% of exports in kind), Belgium (15.9%), and Slovakia (10.9%) formed the largest group of buyers for Poland's pumpkins, squash, and gourds. However, their combined contribution was limited to 48.9% of total exports in kind, reflecting a diversified country structure.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Poland's cross-border shipments of pumpkins, squash, and gourds stood at 3 830 K $ US, which is 42.7% greater than the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports increased by 77.7%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21.1%. The largest decline was recorded in 2019 at 15.2%, while the largest increase occurred in 2018 with a rise of 46.8%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Germany (28.7% of exports in value terms), Belgium (13.2%), and Slovakia (9.7%) remained the leading destinations in Poland's export structure by value. Together, they accounted for 51.6% of total export flows.

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

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

Imports pumpkins, squash and gourds to Poland

Imports in kind, t

Poland's imports of pumpkins, squash, and gourds have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, imports totaled 21 851 t, up by 13.3% compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports grew by 67.6%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.8%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the two leading markets—Spain and Germany—together accounted for 90.1% of Poland's total imports in kind. The remaining volume was dispersed across a wide range of other countries.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Poland imported approximately 28 176 K $ US of pumpkins, squash, and gourds, amounting to an increase of 34.2% compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports increased by 77.9%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21.2%. The largest decline was recorded in 2019 at 0.2%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Spain and Germany dominated Poland's imports in value terms, accounting together for 92.1% of total flows. Other destinations had smaller individual contributions.

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

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