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World - Peat - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Mar 29, 2022

Global Peat Trade Peaks at $2.4B

IndexBox has just published a new report: 'World - Peat - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights'. Here is a summary of the report's key findings.

Exports

In 2021, global exports of peat rose remarkably to 13M tons, increasing by 7.6% against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% from 2007 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 27% against the previous year. Global exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, peat exports skyrocketed to $2.3B in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% from 2007 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 20% against the previous year. Global exports peaked at $2.4B in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, exports failed to regain the momentum.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from Latvia (2.2M tons), Germany (1.7M tons), Canada (1.7M tons), Estonia (1.4M tons), the Netherlands (1.3M tons) and Lithuania (1M tons), together reaching 73% of total export. It was distantly followed by Ireland (605K tons), mixing up a 4.8% share of total exports. Belgium (391K tons), Russia (357K tons), Turkmenistan (357K tons), Sweden (340K tons), Finland (327K tons) and Belarus (264K tons) held a relatively small share of total exports.

In value terms, Canada ($581M) remains the largest peat supplier worldwide, comprising 26% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Latvia ($277M), with a 12% share of global exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 10% share.

In Canada, peat exports expanded at an average annual rate of +5.4% over the period from 2007-2021. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Latvia (+9.0% per year) and the Netherlands (+6.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average peat export price stood at $181 per ton in 2021, picking up by 9.8% against the previous year. There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Turkmenistan, while Belarus was amongst the lowest. From 2007 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ireland, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports

In 2021, approx. 13M tons of peat were imported worldwide; surging by 14% compared with 2020 figures. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% from 2007 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, peat imports soared to $2.4B in 2021. In general, imports showed prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 39% y-o-y. As a result, imports attained the peak of $2.5B. from 2016 to 2021, the growth of global imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the Netherlands (1.9M tons) and the U.S. (1.6M tons) represented the main importers of peatin the world, together reaching approx. 28% of total imports. Germany (1,036K tons) ranks next in terms of the total imports with a 8.3% share, followed by Afghanistan (8%), Italy (6.1%), the UK (5.9%), France (5%) and Belgium (4.8%). Poland (433K tons), Canada (355K tons), Spain (324K tons) and China (272K tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

In value terms, the U.S. ($591M), Afghanistan ($504M) and the Netherlands ($171M) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together comprising 52% of global imports. These countries were followed by Germany, France, Italy, the UK, Spain, China, Belgium, Poland and Canada, which together accounted for a further 26%.

China saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average peat import price stood at $194 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 3.7% against the previous year. Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was Afghanistan, while Canada was amongst the lowest. From 2007 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global peat market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

    Country coverage:

    Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

    + the largest producing countries

    Data coverage:

    • Global market volume and value
    • Per Capita consumption
    • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
    • Global production, split by region and country
    • Global trade (exports and imports)
    • Export and import prices
    • Market trends, drivers and restraints
    • Key market players and their profiles

    Company coverage:

    Zelta Zeme, Mikskaar AS, Lambert, Theriault & Hachey Peat Moss Ltd., Peat Inc., Global Peat Ltd, Klasmann-Deilmann GmbH, Vapo Group, Elva E.P.T. Ltd, Peat Land Ukraine LLC, Stender AG, Oulun Energia OY, Globalcoirs, Jiffy Products, Premier Tech, Sun Gro Horticulture, Bord na Mona PLC, Coco Green, Dutch Plantin, SMS Exports, Turveruukki Oy

    Reasons to buy this report:

    • Take advantage of the latest data
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    • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

    This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

    In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

    1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
    2. How to load your idle production capacity
    3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
    4. How to increase your profit margins
    5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
    6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
    7. How to outsource production to other countries
    8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

    While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

    1. 1. INTRODUCTION

      Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

      1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
      2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
      3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
      4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

    2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

      A Quick Overview of Market Performance

      1. KEY FINDINGS
      2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

    3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

      Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

      1. MARKET SIZE
      2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
      3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

    4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

      Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
      2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
      3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
      4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
      5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

    5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

      Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
      3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
      4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

    6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

      Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
      3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
      4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
      5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

    7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
      2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

    8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

      The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

    9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

      The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

    10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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    11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

      The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      • United States
      • China
      • Japan
      • Germany
      • United Kingdom
      • France
      • Brazil
      • Italy
      • Russian Federation
      • India
      • Canada
      • Australia
      • Republic of Korea
      • Spain
      • Mexico
      • Indonesia
      • Netherlands
      • Turkey
      • Saudi Arabia
      • Switzerland
      • Sweden
      • Nigeria
      • Poland
      • Belgium
      • Argentina
      • Norway
      • Austria
      • Thailand
      • United Arab Emirates
      • Colombia
      • Denmark
      • South Africa
      • Malaysia
      • Israel
      • Singapore
      • Egypt
      • Philippines
      • Finland
      • Chile
      • Ireland
      • Pakistan
      • Greece
      • Portugal
      • Kazakhstan
      • Algeria
      • Czech Republic
      • Qatar
      • Peru
      • Romania
      • Vietnam

    12. LIST OF TABLES

      1. Key Findings In 2023
      2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      3. Market Value, 2012–2023
      4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
      5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
      9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

    13. LIST OF FIGURES

      1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      2. Market Value, 2012–2023
      3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
      4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
      5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
      6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
      7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
      8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
      9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
      10. Production Volume And Growth
      11. Exports And Growth
      12. Export Prices And Growth
      13. Market Size And Growth
      14. Per Capita Consumption
      15. Imports And Growth
      16. Import Prices
      17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      19. Production, By Country, 2023
      20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
      27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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