In 2021, about 4.3 portions of fruit and vegetables were consumed per person daily in the UK. This is more than other European countries. Denmark had the lowest average number of portions, with only 2.6 portions per day. Consumers in Holland, Germany, and Norway all averaged about 3 portions of fruit and vegetables a day.
Average daily consumption of fruits, berries, and vegetables in Europe in 2021, by selected country
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Results weighted by age, gender and education according to national statistics.
A portion of fruit or vegetables is about one handful. All forms (fresh, frozen, canned, smoothies, etc.) are included in results.
*Normal consumption
**3,000 surveys conducted in Norway. All other countries have 1,000 survey responses.
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