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Australia - Eggplants (Aubergine) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Australia: Eggplant Market 2025

Eggplant Market Size in Australia

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the Australian eggplant market, when its value decreased by -40.9% to $X. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a mild increase. Eggplant consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell dramatically in the following year.

Eggplant Production in Australia

In value terms, eggplant production expanded slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the production volume increased by 27% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

The average yield of eggplants (aubergines) in Australia stood at less than X kg per ha in 2022, approximately equating the previous year. Overall, the yield showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, the total area harvested in terms of eggplants (aubergines) production in Australia amounted to less than X ha, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, the harvested area saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

Eggplant Exports

Exports from Australia

In 2022, approx. X tons of eggplants (aubergines) were exported from Australia; declining by -36.9% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate measured growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 390%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, eggplant exports dropped significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, showed a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 284% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Nauru (X tons), Brunei Darussalam (X tons) and New Caledonia (X tons) were the main destinations of eggplant exports from Australia, together comprising 74% 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 Brunei Darussalam (with a CAGR of +77.1%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Brunei Darussalam ($X), Nauru ($X) and Hong Kong SAR ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for eggplant exported from Australia worldwide, with a combined 74% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Brunei Darussalam, with a CAGR of +89.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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

In 2022, the average eggplant export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 11% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average export price increased by 45%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Singapore ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to New Caledonia ($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 Brunei Darussalam (+7.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Eggplant Imports

Imports into Australia

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of eggplants (aubergines), when their volume decreased by -88% to X tons. Overall, imports showed a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 2,368% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

In value terms, eggplant imports fell rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a notable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 2,566%. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main supplier of eggplant to Australia, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United Arab Emirates stood at -6.3%.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of eggplants (aubergines) to Australia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United Arab Emirates totaled +8.2%.

Import Prices by Country

The average eggplant import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 176% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a resilient increase. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to +15.5% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for eggplants (aubergine) in the world?

China remains the largest eggplant consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 64% of total volume. Moreover, eggplant consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold.

What are the largest producers of eggplants (aubergine) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of eggplant production was China, accounting for 64% of total volume. Moreover, eggplant production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold.

What are the leading suppliers of eggplants (aubergine) to Australia?

In value terms, Egypt constituted the largest supplier of eggplant to Australia, comprising 96% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Fiji $717), with a 3.7% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of eggplants (aubergine) from Australia?

In value terms, Singapore, Brunei Darussalam and Nauru appeared to be the largest markets for eggplant exported from Australia worldwide, with a combined 75% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for eggplants (aubergine) in Australia?

The average eggplant export price stood at $2,553 per ton in 2021, falling by -14.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for eggplants (aubergine) in Australia?

In 2021, the average eggplant import price amounted to $1,390 per ton, dropping by -59.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the eggplant market in Australia. 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 399 - Eggplants

Country coverage:

Australia

Data coverage:

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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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 2012–2024
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