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Argentina: Melon Seed Market 2024

Melon Seed Market Size in Argentina

In 2022, the Argentinian melon seed market decreased by -67.5% to $X, falling for the fifth year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, consumption, however, enjoyed a resilient expansion. Melon seed consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Melon Seed Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, melon seed exports from Argentina soared to X kg, picking up by 62% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports recorded a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 1,547% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, melon seed exports reduced markedly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 4,206%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then plummeted in the following year.

Exports by Country

Guatemala (X kg) was the main destination for melon seed exports from Argentina, accounting for a 96% share of total exports. It was followed by Paraguay (X kg), with a 1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Guatemala was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Paraguay (+23.1% per year) and the Netherlands (+11.6% per year).

In value terms, Guatemala ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for melon seed exports from Argentina, comprising 94% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Paraguay ($X), with a 5.3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Guatemala was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Paraguay (+9.7% per year) and the Netherlands (+51.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average melon seed export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -68.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a deep reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by 454% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Paraguay ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands ($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 the Netherlands (+35.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Melon Seed Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2022, imports of melon seed into Argentina shrank rapidly to X tons, with a decrease of -37.5% on the previous year's figure. Overall, imports, however, recorded strong growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 1,177%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, melon seed imports rose remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 1,584%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X kg), Peru (X kg) and Thailand (X kg) were the main suppliers of melon seed imports to Argentina, together accounting for 75% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Peru (with a CAGR of +74.9%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest melon seed suppliers to Argentina were Thailand ($X), China ($X) and Peru ($X), together comprising 82% of total imports.

Peru, with a CAGR of +145.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average melon seed import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 79% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a prominent increase. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the price for the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Peru (+40.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for melon seed in the world?

Nigeria remains the largest melon seed consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 59% of total volume. Moreover, melon seed consumption in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Sudan, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Democratic Republic of the Congo, with a 6.7% share.

What are the largest producers of melon seed in the world?

The country with the largest volume of melon seed production was Nigeria, accounting for 59% of total volume. Moreover, melon seed production in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Sudan, eightfold. Democratic Republic of the Congo ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of melon seed to Argentina?

In value terms, Thailand constituted the largest supplier of melon seed to Argentina, comprising 42% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by Japan, with a 16% share.

What are the leading importers of melon seed from Argentina?

In value terms, Paraguay remains the key foreign market for melon seed exports from Argentina, comprising 110% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands $99), with a 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Canada, with a 7.1% share.

What is the average export price for melon seed in Argentina?

The average melon seed export price stood at $8,648 per ton in 2020, waning by -8.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for melon seed in Argentina?

In 2020, the average melon seed import price amounted to $305,761 per ton, jumping by 84% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the melon seed market in Argentina. 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 299 - Melonseed

Country coverage:

Argentina

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Argentina
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
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023