Industry Statistics and Trends
Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe key trends
Wholesalers focus their efforts on meeting sustainability demands.
Wholesalers are investing in traceability systems to align with clients’ demands for a transparent supply chain.
Providing sustainable packaging proves crucial.
Wholesalers are expanding the range of value-added services they offer to boost their returns, like ensuring their packaging is recyclable or biodegradable.
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Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 2.9 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €489.0bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Agricultural product prices surge in 2022 and remain sky-high in 2023
- Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 destabilised agricultural markets, as both countries are key exporters of grains, wheat, oilseeds and fertilisers. At the same time, the decision of many European governments, including the EU, to phase out dependency on Russian fossil fuels hiked up energy prices.
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Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
A shift in the focus of agricultural initiatives drives diversification
- Many agricultural governing bodies are reducing output incentives for farmers and instead offering payments related to the rewilding of farmland.
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Revenue
€489.0bn
Employees
440k
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
Top 5 Countries
- Russia +17.9%
- Romania +16.2%
- United Kingdom +10.2%
- Czechia +6.8%
- Slovakia +6.6%
Bottom 5 Countries
- Cyprus -6.7%
- Slovenia -2.7%
- Serbia -1.1%
- Switzerland -0.9%
- Italy -0.2%
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Archer Daniels Midland Co. | 90,237.4 | 5,693.6 | 6.3 | |
Cargill Inc. | 173,538.7 | 4,666.1 | 2.7 | |
Bunge Ltd. | 64,243.9 | 2,028.9 | 3.2 |
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Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Agricultural Product Wholesaling industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Agricultural Product Wholesaling industry in Europe is €489.0bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 134k businesses in the Agricultural Product Wholesaling industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 7.6 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Agricultural Product Wholesaling industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Agricultural Product Wholesaling industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 2.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Agricultural Product Wholesaling industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Agricultural Product Wholesaling industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe include?
Grain, seeds and tobacco and Animal feeds and raw materials are part of the Agricultural Product Wholesaling industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Agricultural Product Wholesaling industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Agricultural Product Wholesaling industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Agricultural Product Wholesaling industry in Europe?
The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Agricultural Product Wholesaling industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Greece
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Romania
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Norway
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Switzerland
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Poland
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Ireland
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Finland
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Bulgaria
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Austria
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in France
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Lithuania
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in the Netherlands
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Hungary
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Denmark
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Malta
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Croatia
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Slovenia
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Spain
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Portugal
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Serbia
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Belgium
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Italy
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Czechia
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Sweden
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Latvia
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Luxembourg
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Russia
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Slovakia
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Turkey
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Cyprus
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Estonia
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Iceland
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry wholesale a wide variety of raw agricultural materials and live animals. Products include grains and seeds, unmanufactured tobacco, flowers, plants, oleaginous fruits, animal feed, hides, skins, leather and agricultural raw materials, including wool, hemp, cotton and animal hair. Companies primarily sell products to manufacturers and retailers.
Related Terms
OLEAGINOUS FRUITPERISHABLE COOPERATIVE FARMINGWhat's included in this industry?
Grain, seeds and tobaccoAnimal feeds and raw materialsFlowers and plantsLive animalsHides, skins and leatherCompanies
Archer Daniels Midland Co.Cargill Inc.Bunge Ltd.Industry Code
462 - Wholesale of agricultural raw materials and live animals in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Agricultural product prices surge in 2022 and remain sky-high in 2023
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Cereal prices soar following the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Wholesalers contended with sky-high prices of cereals for most of 2022 and 2023, limiting demand from buyers looking to avoid high costs.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2024)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2024)
- IVA (2024)
- Enterprises (2024)
- Employment (2024)
- Exports (2024)
- Imports (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
A handful of players dominate some segments of the market. Companies like Cargill, ADM and LDC are well-established with a stronghold on certain products, but other parts of the market are more fragmented.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 9 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Archer Daniels Midland Co.
- Countries of operation for Cargill Inc.
- Countries of operation for Bunge Ltd.
- Countries of operation for Louis Dreyfus Company BV
- Countries of operation for Olam Group Ltd
- Countries of operation for Danish Crown AmbA
- Countries of operation for AGRAVIS Raiffeisen AG
- Countries of operation for Cefetra Ltd
- Countries of operation for AB Agri Ltd
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Agricultural policies have a strong hold on the industry. The EU’s Common Agricultural Policy shapes production levels and market dynamics, while environmental standards vary between the EU and non-EU countries.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Value-added services prop up profit. Most agricultural product wholesalers see limited returns because they need to set low prices to keep sales coming in, but offering extra services can generate additional profit.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
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