Central Asia: Lettuce And Chicory Market 2024

Lettuce And Chicory Market Size in Central Asia

In 2022, the Central Asian lettuce and chicory market increased by 32% to $X, rising for the fourth consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, consumption posted measured growth. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Lettuce And Chicory Production in Central Asia

In value terms, lettuce and chicory production fell modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a pronounced contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by 44% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Uzbekistan (X tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of lettuce and chicory production, accounting for 74% of total volume. Moreover, lettuce and chicory production in Uzbekistan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Kyrgyzstan (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in Uzbekistan totaled +3.2%.

In 2022, the average lettuce and chicory yield in Central Asia stood at X tons per ha, approximately equating 2021. Over the period under review, the yield, however, showed a mild shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 19% against the previous year. The level of yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2013; however, from 2014 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.

In 2022, the harvested area of lettuce and chicory in Central Asia reduced to X ha, flattening at the previous year's figure. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of +4.0% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the harvested area increased by 40%. The level of harvested area peaked at X ha in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.

Lettuce And Chicory Exports

Exports in Central Asia

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas shipments of lettuce and chicory, when their volume increased by 70% to X tons. Overall, exports posted significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 48,441%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lettuce and chicory exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 16,081%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Uzbekistan prevails in exports structure, amounting to X tons, which was near 95% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Kazakhstan (X tons), creating a 4.6% share of total exports.

Exports from Uzbekistan decreased at an average annual rate of -10.7% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Kazakhstan (+70.7%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Kazakhstan emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Central Asia, with a CAGR of +70.7% from 2012-2022. Uzbekistan (+95 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while Kazakhstan saw its share reduced by -95.4% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, Uzbekistan ($X) remains the largest lettuce and chicory supplier in Central Asia, comprising 90% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Kazakhstan ($X), with a 9.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Uzbekistan totaled -7.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Central Asia stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 23% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the export price increased by 245%. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the maximum 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 origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Kazakhstan ($X per ton), while Uzbekistan totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Uzbekistan (+3.2%).

Lettuce And Chicory Imports

Imports in Central Asia

In 2022, approx. X tons of lettuce and chicory were imported in Central Asia; growing by 184% against 2021 figures. Overall, imports posted a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 231%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, lettuce and chicory imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 212% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Kazakhstan dominates imports structure, reaching X tons, which was near 94% of total imports in 2022. Kyrgyzstan (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Imports into Kazakhstan increased at an average annual rate of +46.7% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Kyrgyzstan (+115.4%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Kyrgyzstan emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Central Asia, with a CAGR of +115.4% from 2012-2022. While the share of Kyrgyzstan (+4.4 p.p.) and Kazakhstan (+3.2 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Kazakhstan ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported lettuce and chicory in Central Asia, comprising 91% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Kyrgyzstan ($X), with a 6.4% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Kazakhstan totaled +26.4%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Central Asia amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -32.4% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 28% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Kyrgyzstan ($X per ton), while Kazakhstan stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kazakhstan (-13.8%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

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