Spain

Spain stands as the main supplier of peppers in Europe, particularly to France, Germany, and northern markets. Major production centers like Murcia guarantee continuous supply from open fields and glass greenhouses.

Spanish growers have invested heavily in sustainable practices, protected cultivation, and export infrastructure, and Spain exports both fresh and dried chilis—including high-value varieties such as Ñora and Padron—to destinations worldwide.

Export markets, especially for red chili, are dominated by the U.S. and Turkey, but Europe remains core for year-round Spanish peppers in retail and processed foods. Climate events, innovation, and international demand continue to shape the future of Spain’s dynamic pepper sector.