Algeria: Eggplant Market 2024

Eggplant Market Size in Algeria

After two years of growth, the Algerian eggplant market decreased by -1.2% to $X in 2022. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Eggplant Production in Algeria

In value terms, eggplant production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 28%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

In 2022, the average yield of eggplants (aubergines) in Algeria shrank to X tons per ha, with a decrease of -2.7% against 2021 figures. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the yield increased by 49% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average eggplant yield attained the peak level at X tons per ha in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the yield failed to regain momentum. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The eggplant harvested area in Algeria shrank to X ha in 2022, flattening at the year before. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the harvested area increased by 20% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to eggplant production reached the maximum at X ha in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the harvested area stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Eggplant Exports

Exports from Algeria

In 2022, overseas shipments of eggplants (aubergines) decreased by -1.5% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 182%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, eggplant exports shrank modestly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 166% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons), Italy (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X kg) were the main destinations of eggplant exports from Algeria, with a combined 70% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +44.7%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for eggplant exported from Algeria were Italy ($X), Spain ($X) and the United Arab Emirates ($X), together comprising 62% of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, the United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of +23.1%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average eggplant export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -3.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 48%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, 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 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Qatar (+62.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Eggplant Imports

Imports into Algeria

In 2018, overseas purchases of eggplants (aubergines) decreased by -20% to X kg for the first time since 2013, thus ending a four-year rising trend. In general, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 103%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X kg, and then contracted markedly in the following year.

In value terms, eggplant imports contracted dramatically to $X in 2018. Overall, imports continue to indicate a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 76%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2018, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2018, Brazil (X kg) was the main supplier of eggplant to Algeria, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Brazil was relatively modest.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of eggplants (aubergines) to Algeria.

From 2012 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of value from Brazil was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2018, the average eggplant import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 2.8% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a deep reduction. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2018, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2018, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to 0.0% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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