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Algeria: Chestnut Market 2025

Chestnut Market Size in Algeria

In 2021, the Algerian chestnut market decreased by -4% to $X for the first time since 2014, thus ending a six-year rising trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, enjoyed significant growth. Chestnut consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

Chestnut Production in Algeria

In value terms, chestnut production stood at $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the period 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 2014 with an increase of 23%. Chestnut production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Chestnut Exports

Exports from Algeria

In 2021, shipments abroad of chestnuts increased by 23% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after five years of decline. In general, exports, however, recorded a sharp decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 131%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, chestnut exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a sharp shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 273%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Tunisia (X tons) was the main destination for chestnut exports from Algeria, accounting for a 60% share of total exports. Moreover, chestnut exports to Tunisia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Italy (X kg), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Saudi Arabia (X kg), with an 18% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Tunisia stood at -28.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Italy (-35.8% per year) and Saudi Arabia (-15.3% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for chestnut exported from Algeria were Italy ($X), Tunisia ($X) and Saudi Arabia ($X), with a combined 99% share of total exports.

Saudi Arabia, with a CAGR of -19.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

The average chestnut export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated a strong increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +6.1% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, chestnut export price increased by +35.3% against 2017 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 66% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Italy (+17.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Chestnut Imports

Imports into Algeria

In 2021, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of chestnuts, when their volume decreased by -61.7% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports, however, posted strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 202% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, chestnut imports fell notably to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 191%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Spain (X tons) was the main chestnut supplier to Algeria, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Spain stood at +18.9%.

In value terms, Spain ($X) constituted the largest supplier of chestnut to Algeria.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Spain totaled +20.9%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average chestnut import price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -21.7% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a perceptible descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 68%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Spain.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to +63.0% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for chestnuts in the world?

China remains the largest chestnut consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 80% of total volume. Moreover, chestnut consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Bolivia, more than tenfold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.1% share.

What are the largest producers of chestnuts in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of chestnut production, accounting for 81% of total volume. Moreover, chestnut production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Bolivia, more than tenfold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of chestnuts to Algeria?

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of chestnut to Algeria.

What are the leading importers of chestnuts from Algeria?

In value terms, the largest markets for chestnut exported from Algeria were Italy $664) and Tunisia $378).

What is the average export price for chestnuts in Algeria?

The average chestnut export price stood at $1,073 per ton in 2021, falling by -8.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for chestnuts in Algeria?

The average chestnut import price stood at $1,237 per ton in 2021, standing approx. at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the chestnut market in Algeria. 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:

FCL 220 - Chestnuts

Country coverage:

Algeria

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Algeria
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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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. 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. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024