European pear production expected to decline, while Portugal's is expected to rise

More than 200 producers and experts from the pear industry gathered in Ferrara, Italy, for the Interpera international conference, organized by CSO Italy and the European association AREFLH. Initial production estimates for the upcoming season indicate a slight decline for most countries. Portugal is an exception, with production expected to reach 130,500 metric tons, a 13% increase.

Italy and the Netherlands Showing an Uptrend

In Belgium, production is forecast at approximately 363,875 metric tons, a 7% decrease. In France, it is estimated at approximately 143,000 metric tons, a 6% decrease. In Spain, forecasts stand at 251,265 metric tons, also a 6% decline. As for the Netherlands, the trend suggests production will be equal to or slightly higher than in 2025–26. In Italy, production currently appears to be higher than last year’s, but since the situation varies considerably from one region to another, estimates are not yet final.

600,000 metric tons of lost production potential over 10 years

Elisa Macchi, director of CSO Italy, highlighted the decline in production within the European Union. In fact, ten years ago, European production potential stood at approximately 2.4 million metric tons; by 2025, production had stabilized at around 1.8 million metric tons, due to a reduction in cultivated acreage and challenges related to climate, plant diseases, and the growing complexity of crop protection.

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