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Linseed Market Size in the EU
In 2022, the EU linseed market increased by 1.4% to $X, rising for the fifth consecutive year after three years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
Linseed Production in the EU
In value terms, linseed production expanded markedly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +4.2% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 30%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.
France (X tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of linseed production, comprising approx. 59% of total volume. Moreover, linseed production in France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Belgium (X tons), sixfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Germany (X tons), with a 6.5% share.
In France, linseed production expanded at an average annual rate of +10.8% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining producing countries recorded the following average annual rates of production growth: Belgium (+3.4% per year) and Germany (+2.0% per year).
The average linseed yield contracted to X tons per ha in 2022, falling by -9.4% against the previous year's figure. Overall, the yield, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the yield increased by 25% against the previous year. The level of yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the yield failed to regain momentum. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.
The linseed harvested area reached X ha in 2022, increasing by 4.2% compared with the year before. The total harvested area indicated pronounced growth from 2012 to 2022: its figure increased at an average annual rate of +3.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, linseed harvested area decreased by -3.8% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the harvested area increased by 35% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to linseed production reached the peak figure at X ha in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.
Linseed Exports
Exports in the EU
After six years of growth, overseas shipments of linseed decreased by -20.9% to X tons in 2022. Total exports indicated a mild expansion from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 24% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2021, and then fell significantly in the following year.
In value terms, linseed exports shrank modestly to $X in 2022. Total exports indicated buoyant growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +101.8% against 2016 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 29% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then fell slightly in the following year.
Exports by Country
In 2022, Belgium (X tons) was the major exporter of linseed, generating 41% of total exports. Poland (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total exports with a 24% share, followed by the Netherlands (11%) and France (8.5%). Germany (X tons), the Czech Republic (X tons) and Latvia (X tons) held a relatively small share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the leading exporting countries, was attained by Poland (with a CAGR of +37.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Belgium ($X), Poland ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022, with a combined 73% share of total exports.
Poland, with a CAGR of +43.2%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the export price in the European Union amounted to $X per ton, growing by 21% against the previous year. Export price indicated moderate growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, linseed export price increased by +74.3% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 28%. The level of export peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while France ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Czech Republic (+5.5%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Linseed Imports
Imports in the EU
In 2022, purchases abroad of linseed decreased by -14.2% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. Overall, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, linseed imports shrank to $X in 2022. Total imports indicated a temperate expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.9% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +76.9% against 2016 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 34%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then contracted modestly in the following year.
Imports by Country
Belgium was the key importing country with an import of around X tons, which accounted for 45% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Germany (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Poland (X tons) and France (X tons), together making up a 42% share of total imports. Italy (X tons) and Austria (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.
Imports into Belgium decreased at an average annual rate of -2.8% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Poland (+19.0%), the Netherlands (+6.5%), Austria (+4.8%) and Italy (+1.6%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Poland emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the European Union, with a CAGR of +19.0% from 2012-2022. France experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Germany (-4.5%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Poland (+9.4 p.p.) and the Netherlands (+5.9 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2022, the share of Germany (-7.1 p.p.) and Belgium (-13 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Belgium ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported linseed in the European Union, comprising 42% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 12% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Belgium totaled +1.1%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (+0.5% per year) and the Netherlands (+9.9% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the import price in the European Union amounted to $X per ton, rising by 15% against the previous year. Import price indicated a tangible increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, linseed import price increased by +91.4% against 2016 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 39%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the maximum in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per ton), while Poland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+5.2%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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Product coverage:
- FCL 333 - Linseed
Country coverage:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
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- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
- HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Area Harvested, 2012–2024
- Yield, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2024
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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