Germany harvested 75,700 tons of mushrooms in 2024. Data published by the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) (source) reveals that this was 2.7% less than in 2023 but still 5.7% more than the average over the last ten years (2014–2023).
Most of the edible mushrooms grown—almost 98%—were button mushrooms. The rest included oyster mushrooms, shiitake, and a few other types. Around 11.7% of all edible mushrooms (9,100 tons) were grown organically.
Mushroom farms getting smaller
The total harvest area for mushrooms shrank by 4.7% in 2024, dropping to 341 hectares compared to the previous year. However, this is still 6.6% larger than the ten-year average.
In total, 355 hectares of land were used for growing edible mushrooms, and 13.8% of that was fully organic. Back in 2014, the total area was 261 hectares, with 13.9% organic production.
Where mushrooms are grown the most
Just like in previous years, most of Germany’s mushrooms were grown in Lower Saxony (194 hectares) and North Rhine-Westphalia (77 hectares).
How mushrooms are grown
Mushrooms in Germany are cultivated in indoor farms, greenhouses, basements, caves, and even outdoor fields. They can be grown directly on the ground, on shelves, or in containers like substrate bags or blocks. The harvest area also includes multiple cycles within the same space, meaning farms may use the same area several times a year by replacing the substrate.
Want more details?
If you’re looking for exact numbers on farms, harvest areas, and different mushroom types, check out Table 41214-0001 in the GENESIS-Online database.
For further information, contact:
Horticulture and Forestry Department
📞 +49 611 75 8660
Federal Statistical Office (Destatis)
Gustav-Stresemann-Ring 11, 65189 Wiesbaden
