Algeria: Almond Market 2025

Almond Market Size in Algeria

The Algerian almond market rose notably to $X in 2021, with an increase of 14% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Almond consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Almond Production in Algeria

In value terms, almond production soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a noticeable expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by 464%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

The average yield of almonds in Algeria expanded significantly to X tons per ha in 2021, increasing by 8.2% against the year before. Over the period under review, the yield indicated tangible growth from 2012 to 2021: its figure increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, almond yield decreased by -6.9% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 30%. Over the period under review, the average almond yield hit record highs at X tons per ha in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the yield stood at a somewhat 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 total area harvested in terms of almonds production in Algeria amounted to X ha, almost unchanged from 2020. Over the period under review, the harvested area, however, showed a perceptible shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the harvested area increased by 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to almond production reached the maximum at X ha in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.

Almond Exports

Exports from Algeria

After two years of decline, overseas shipments of almonds decreased by 0% to X tons in 2021. In general, exports recorded a precipitous shrinkage. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2019. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, almond exports totaled $X in 2021. Overall, exports showed a significant contraction. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2019. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Morocco (X tons) was the main destination for almond exports from Algeria, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2018 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Morocco was relatively modest.

From 2018 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Morocco was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average almond export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, remaining constant against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 a decrease of 99.9%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Morocco.

From 2018 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Morocco amounted to 0.0% per year.

Almond Imports

Imports into Algeria

Almond imports into Algeria surged to X tons in 2021, rising by 1,326% against the previous year. Overall, imports, however, saw a noticeable decrease. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, almond imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a mild increase. Imports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main suppliers of almond imports to Algeria, with a combined 85% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Turkey (with a CAGR of +5.9%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest almond suppliers to Algeria were the United States ($X), Turkey ($X) and the United Arab Emirates ($X), together comprising 95% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Turkey, with a CAGR of +23.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average almond import price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -3.4% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, almond import price increased by +51.3% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average import price increased by 42%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+16.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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