Africa: Peach And Nectarine Market 2025

Peach And Nectarine Market Size in Africa

After four years of growth, the African peach and nectarine market decreased by -4% to $X in 2021. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell slightly in the following year.

Peach And Nectarine Production in Africa

In value terms, peach and nectarine production dropped to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.2% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 14%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X, and then contracted in the following year.

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2021 were Egypt (X tons), Algeria (X tons) and Morocco (X tons), with a combined 66% share of total production.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of production, amongst the leading producing countries, was attained by Morocco (with a CAGR of +9.4%), while production for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

The average peach and nectarine yield amounted to X tons per ha in 2021, leveling off at 2020. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 12%. The level of yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the yield remained at a lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2021, the harvested area of peaches and nectarines in Africa fell to X ha, with a decrease of -1.6% on 2020 figures. Overall, the harvested area saw a slight decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 4.8%. The level of harvested area peaked at X ha in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.

Peach And Nectarine Exports

Exports in Africa

In 2021, overseas shipments of peaches and nectarines were finally on the rise to reach X tons after four years of decline. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 93% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, peach and nectarine exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports enjoyed a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 73% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

South Africa represented the main exporting country with an export of around X tons, which amounted to 72% of total exports. Morocco (X tons) took a 14% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Zambia (9.4%). Tunisia (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Exports from South Africa increased at an average annual rate of +9.1% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Zambia (+64.3%) and Morocco (+8.7%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Zambia emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Africa, with a CAGR of +64.3% from 2012-2021. By contrast, Tunisia (-16.3%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. South Africa (+16 p.p.), Zambia (+9.4 p.p.) and Morocco (+2.8 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while Tunisia saw its share reduced by -27.4% from 2012 to 2021, respectively.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest peach and nectarine supplier in Africa, comprising 77% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Morocco ($X), with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Zambia, with a 6.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in South Africa stood at +9.9%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Morocco (+4.3% per year) and Zambia (+83.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, growing by 11% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.7%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Tunisia ($X per ton), while Zambia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Zambia (+11.9%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Peach And Nectarine Imports

Imports in Africa

In 2021, approx. X tons of peaches and nectarines were imported in Africa; increasing by 11% compared with the previous year. In general, imports posted a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 39% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, peach and nectarine imports rose sharply to $X in 2021. Total imports indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +10.6% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by +70.5% against 2016 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 56% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Algeria represented the key importing country with an import of around X tons, which amounted to 73% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Libya (X tons), making up an 18% share of total imports. The following importers - South Africa (X tons) and Botswana (X tons) - each accounted for a 4% share of total imports.

Algeria was also the fastest-growing in terms of the peaches and nectarines imports, with a CAGR of +24.2% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, South Africa (+3.1%) and Botswana (+2.3%) displayed positive paces of growth. Libya experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. While the share of Algeria (+44 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2021, the share of Botswana (-2 p.p.), South Africa (-2.8 p.p.) and Libya (-29.3 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Algeria ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported peaches and nectarines in Africa, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Libya ($X), with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by South Africa, with a 5% share.

In Algeria, peach and nectarine imports increased at an average annual rate of +19.8% over the period from 2012-2021. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Libya (+1.1% per year) and South Africa (+2.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a mild shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 12%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while Libya ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Botswana (+3.1%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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