Red Cabbage
Spain – an important producer of Red Cabbage Red cabbage is a well-established export brassica in Spain, although production is considerably smaller than white cabbage, broccoli, or cauliflower. Spain is one of the main winter suppliers to Northern Europe, with production concentrated in Murcia, Valencia, Navarra, Castilla y León, and La Rioja. The season starts […]
Chinese Cabbage
A speciality export crop in Spain Chinese cabbage (Napa cabbage, Chinese leaf, or Hakusai) is a well-established specialty export crop in Spain. Although production volumes are much lower than iceberg lettuce or broccoli, Spain is one of Europe’s main winter suppliers, particularly to Northern Europe. Production is concentrated in Murcia, Valencia, Almería, Navarra, and Castilla […]
Pointed Cabbage
A growing export crop in Spain Pointed cabbage (also known as Hispi cabbage, Sweetheart cabbage, or Cone cabbage) is a premium specialty cabbage with a growing export market from Spain. Although volumes are much lower than white cabbage or broccoli, demand has increased across Northern Europe due to its sweeter flavour, tender leaves, and shorter […]
Romaine Lettuce
Spain – a leading producer of Romaine Spain is one of Europe’s largest exporters of romaine lettuce (Cos lettuce), alongside iceberg. Romaine is a key crop for both the fresh market and the ready-to-eat salad industry, with production concentrated in Murcia, Alicante, Almería, Granada, Navarra, and Castilla-La Mancha. Spain supplies European retailers throughout the winter […]
Fennel
Spain – an important producer of Fennel Spain is one of the main winter suppliers of fresh fennel to Europe. Production is concentrated in Murcia, Valencia, Alicante, Almería, and Navarra, taking advantage of Spain’s mild winter climate. The season starts in September and lasts until May, with limited availability during the summer season from cooler […]
Pak Choi
A growing export crop in Spain Pak choi is a niche but rapidly growing export vegetable in Spain. Production has expanded due to increasing demand from European supermarkets, Asian retailers, and foodservice. Production is concentrated in Murcia, Almería, Valencia, and Navarra. The season starts in September and lasts until May, with limited availability during the […]
Spinach
Spain – a leading producer of Spinach Spain is one of Europe’s leading exporters of fresh spinach, particularly baby leaf spinach for ready-to-eat salads. Production is concentrated in Murcia, Navarra, Castilla-La Mancha, Valencia, and Andalusia, with Murcia dominating winter production. The season starts in September and lasts until May, with limited availability during the summer […]
Iceberg
Spain – a leading producer of Iceberg Spain is the largest exporter of iceberg lettuce in Europe and one of the world’s leading suppliers. More than 70% of Spanish iceberg production is concentrated in Murcia, with additional production in Alicante, Almería, Granada, and Castilla-La Mancha. Spain supplies Europe with iceberg particularly during the autumn, winter, […]
Kale
Spain – an important producer of Kale Kale has become an increasingly important specialty export vegetable in Spain over the last decade, driven by demand from supermarkets and foodservice across Northern Europe. Production is concentrated in Murcia, Navarra, Castilla y León, Valencia, and Andalusia, with the strongest export window during autumn and winter. The season […]