Agri-food market

The Polish food sector continues its dynamic growth from 2020 to 2025. In 2023, the export of agri-food products reached a value of EUR 42.5 billion, representing a 6% increase compared to 2022. Germany remained the largest recipient (22% share of exports), followed by significant positions held by the United Kingdom and France. Food production and exports remain one of the main drivers of the Polish economy, with the sector’s export orientation index rising to 27% in 2024 (gov.pl).

Organic Food

The organic food market in Poland is growing at a rate of 15% annually. In 2023, its value reached PLN 1.2 billion. More than 800,000 hectares of land are used for organic farming, making Poland one of the leaders in Central and Eastern Europe. At the same time, the number of stores offering organic products exceeded 1,000, indicating increasing consumer interest in healthy food. The export of organic food increased by 18% in 2023 compared to the previous year.

Crop Market

Poland remains a leader in the production and export of apples, with record-breaking export values reaching EUR 1.3 billion in 2023. The area of apple orchards expanded to 200,000 hectares, accounting for 70% of all fruit tree cultivation. In the grain sector, Poland strengthens its position as an exporter, achieving a grain production of 32 million tons in 2023. Supported by subsidies from the Agricultural Market Agency, grain crops have recorded increased efficiency due to modern agrotechnical methods.

Regional Products

The popularity of regional products is rising, as reflected by the number of registered traditional products—1,635 in 2024, an 8% increase compared to 2020. Products such as oscypek cheese, Podhale sausage, and Kurpie honey are highly regarded in European markets. The export of regional products to the EU increased by 14% in 2023, reaching a value of EUR 1.9 billion.

The agri-food sector in Poland demonstrates stable growth, driven by high-quality production, exports, and increasing interest in healthy and regional foods. Modern infrastructure, EU subsidies, and innovation allow Poland to further strengthen its position in international markets.

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