Cotton In Europe Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Report Covers Cotton Production in Europe Market and is Segmented by Geography (Germany, Spain, Greece, Bulgaria, Albania, and the Rest of Europe). The Study Includes the Production Analysis (Volume), Consumption Analysis (Value and Volume), Export Analysis (Value and Volume), Import Analysis (Value and Volume), and Price Trend Analysis. The Market Estimation and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD) and Volume (Metric Tons) for the Above-Mentioned Segments.

Cotton In Europe Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Europe Cotton Market Size

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Europe Cotton Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Historical Data Period 2019 - 2023
Market Size (2025) USD 8.48 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 10.77 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 4.91 %

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Europe Cotton Market Analysis

The Europe Cotton Market size is estimated at USD 8.48 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 10.77 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.91% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

Europe stands as one of the pivotal players in the cotton sector, ranking among the world's top 10 exporters. Within Europe, Greece emerges as the foremost producer and exporter of cotton. Key cotton-producing regions in Greece include Thessaly, Macedonia, Thrace, and the Mainland. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, Greece's cotton production rose from 295,000 metric tons in 2021 to 322,000 metric tons in 2022.

European cotton offers a prime opportunity for the European textile industry and retail sector to forge traceable and transparent regional supply chains. Greece accounts for approximately 80% of EUCOTTON production, while Spain contributes the remaining 20%. Renowned for its high quality, this fiber is in high demand among textile manufacturing nations. EUCOTTON is distinguished as a recyclable raw material, boasting emissions that are significantly lower than its counterparts. The production of European cotton emits three times fewer greenhouse gases than synthetic fibers, such as polyester. Additionally, as the earliest crop in the northern hemisphere, European cotton enables the textile industry to produce timely, efficient responses to consumer demands, further propelling market growth.

Additionally, the European countries offer crop-specific payments for cotton, capping the eligible area for each country. Farmers qualify for these payments only if they cultivate cotton on EU-sanctioned land, utilize approved seed varieties, and meet the minimum quality standards for the harvested cotton. These payments aim to safeguard against potential disruptions in cotton-producing regions. For instance, each year, a maximum of 302,000 hectares receive coupled support, with Greece accounting for 250,000 hectares and Spain for 48,000 hectares.

Furthermore, Europe has adopted a completely open approach to its cotton market, eliminating both import duties and export subsidies. This strategy not only promotes free trade but also ensures that European cotton producers face equal competition with their international counterparts. In addition, the government has rolled out restructuring initiatives aimed at enhancing the economic viability of the cotton sector. These initiatives encompass dismantling outdated ginning facilities, channeling investments into the ginning industry, and actively engaging in cotton quality enhancement schemes. Through these initiatives, the government seeks to strike a balance between fostering a competitive cotton sector and upholding the principles of sustainability and quality, thereby propelling the market forward.

Europe Cotton Market News

  • September 2024: Haelixa has partnered with OVS, an Italian fashion brand, to utilize DNA markers for tracing cotton sourced from Italy, thereby guaranteeing sustainability and traceability in the supply chain.
  • July 2024: TURNS GmbH, a leading company in the circular textile sector in Germany, has partnered with Tailorlux GmbH to establish a new standard by introducing an innovative collaboration focused on improving traceability and transparency for recycled cotton items. This partnership demonstrates their dedication to sustainability by utilizing European post-consumer textile waste and tangible traceability methods to produce completely circular products.
  • September 2023: Better Cotton collaborated with important stakeholders in Spain to manufacture cotton that is equivalent to Better Cotton in the country. This collaboration enables cotton grown on IPS-licensed farms to be promoted as 'Better Cotton'.

Europe Cotton Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
    • 4.2.1 Expansion in Textile Industry
    • 4.2.2 Economic and Industrial Development
    • 4.2.3 Biotechnological Innovation in Cotton Farming
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
    • 4.3.1 Rising Infestation of Insects and Diseases
    • 4.3.2 Popularity of Cotton Substitutes
  • 4.4 Value Chain Analysis

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 Geography (Production Analysis by Volume, Consumption Analysis by Value and Volume, Import Analysis by Value and Volume, Export Analysis by Value and Volume and Price Trend Analysis)
    • 5.1.1 Spain
    • 5.1.2 Greece
    • 5.1.3 Germany
    • 5.1.4 Bulgaria
    • 5.1.5 Albania
    • 5.1.6 Rest of Europe

6. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Europe Cotton Industry Segmentation

Cotton is an arable crop used mainly for fiber. Cottonseed remains after cotton are used to make oil for human use and oilseed cake for animal feed. Only cotton lint is considered in the report excluding the cottonseed. The European Cotton Market is segmented by Geography (Germany, Spain, Greece, Bulgaria, Albania, and the Rest of Europe). The study includes Production Analysis (Volume), Consumption Analysis (Value and Volume), Export Analysis (Value and Volume), Import Analysis (Value and Volume), and Price Trend Analysis. The report offers market estimation and forecasts in Value (USD) and Volume (Metric Tons) for the abovementioned segments.

Geography (Production Analysis by Volume, Consumption Analysis by Value and Volume, Import Analysis by Value and Volume, Export Analysis by Value and Volume and Price Trend Analysis) Spain
Greece
Germany
Bulgaria
Albania
Rest of Europe
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Europe Cotton Market Research FAQs

How big is the Europe Cotton Market?

The Europe Cotton Market size is expected to reach USD 8.48 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 4.91% to reach USD 10.77 billion by 2030.

What is the current Europe Cotton Market size?

In 2025, the Europe Cotton Market size is expected to reach USD 8.48 billion.

What years does this Europe Cotton Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Europe Cotton Market size was estimated at USD 8.06 billion. The report covers the Europe Cotton Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Europe Cotton Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Cotton in Europe Industry Report

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