In 2025, a number of European countries are expected to see a significant decline in apple production due to spring frosts, according to Serbian Economist, citing data from the World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA).
According to Serbian Economist, Greece will be hit hardest, with a 51.5% drop in harvest, followed by Romania with 39.5% and Serbia with 26.7% compared to last year. Experts attribute this to unfavorable weather conditions and, in some cases, a reduction in the area of fruit-bearing orchards in these countries.
According to WAPA estimates, total apple production in the European Union in 2025 will be about 10.46 million tons, which is 7.5% below the average for recent years, but almost corresponds to the level of 2024 (-0.1%). The largest decline is expected for Red Delicious (-19.2%) and Idared (-8.8%) varieties, while Golden Delicious volumes will decrease by 0.9% and Gala will remain at last year’s level.
At the same time, production is expected to grow in Austria, the Czech Republic, Poland, and Belgium, which will partially offset the decline in countries most affected by frost.
Source: https://t.me/relocationrs
