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Germany is one of the largest markets for fruit in Europe. The relative affluence of its population of 83 million people makes it an attractive outlet for exporters from many countries. This product brief highlights certain aspects of the German fresh fruit market and provides marketing, trade, and regulatory information for U.S. exporters.

Germany is the most important fish and seafood market in Europe for U.S. exporters. Germany’s growing demand for high-quality fish and seafood offers opportunities for U.S. suppliers.

Germany is the fourth largest wine producer in the European Union after France, Italy, and Spain.

The German food service sector has been hit hard by COVID-19, with sales down 50 percent to restaurants, airlines, caterers of public institutions like universities and schools in March 2020....

COVID19 impact/mitigation update: On April 2, 2020, Germany announced it will re-open its borders for seasonal agricultural workers under strict conditions and in a limited fashion.