Australia and Oceania: Fig Market 2025

Fig Market Size in Australia and Oceania

In 2022, the fig market in Australia and Oceania increased by 25% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +4.0% 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 in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Fig Production in Australia and Oceania

In value terms, fig production surged to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a noticeable decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the production volume increased by 111%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

The country with the largest volume of fig production was Australia (X tons), comprising approx. 98% of total volume.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in Australia amounted to -3.2%.

In 2022, the average fig yield in Australia and Oceania soared to X kg per ha, growing by 17% compared with 2021 figures. In general, the yield, however, showed a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the yield increased by 73% against the previous year. The level of yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2012; however, from 2013 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 fig harvested area amounted to X ha in 2022, almost unchanged from the previous year. Overall, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 16%. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to fig production reached the peak figure at X ha in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the harvested area stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Fig Exports

Exports in Australia and Oceania

In 2022, shipments abroad of figs increased by 95% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 209%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, fig exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 295% against the previous year. The level of export peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Australia dominates exports structure, accounting for X tons, which was near 95% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by New Zealand (X tons), making up a 4.8% share of total exports.

Australia was also the fastest-growing in terms of the figs exports, with a CAGR of +21.0% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, New Zealand (+9.0%) displayed positive paces of growth. Australia (+7.8 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while New Zealand saw its share reduced by -7.8% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, Australia ($X) remains the largest fig supplier in Australia and Oceania, comprising 94% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by New Zealand ($X), with a 6.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Australia stood at +17.4%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Australia and Oceania stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -7.6% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a pronounced setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 an increase of 28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was New Zealand ($X per ton), while Australia stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by New Zealand (+5.3%).

Fig Imports

Imports in Australia and Oceania

In 2022, purchases abroad of figs increased by 16% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 61%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fig imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +5.1% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 47% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

Australia prevails in imports structure, accounting for X tons, which was approx. 90% of total imports in 2022. It was distantly followed by New Zealand (X tons), generating a 9.2% share of total imports.

Australia was also the fastest-growing in terms of the figs imports, with a CAGR of +2.8% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, New Zealand (+1.4%) displayed positive paces of growth. The shares of the largest importers remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Australia ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported figs in Australia and Oceania, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by New Zealand ($X), with a 13% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Australia amounted to +5.1%.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Australia and Oceania stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 13% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.4%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the import price increased by 19%. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was New Zealand ($X per ton), while Australia totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by New Zealand (+3.9%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

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