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China: Cabbage Market 2025

Cabbage Market Size in China

The Chinese cabbage market reached $X in 2022, with an increase of 1.5% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +3.8% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Cabbage consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Cabbage Production in China

In value terms, cabbage production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +4.5% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 16%. Cabbage production peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

The average yield of cabbage and other brassicas in China fell modestly to X tons per ha in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the year before. Over the period under review, the yield, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the yield increased by 1.1%. The cabbage yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2018; however, from 2019 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 cabbage and other brassicas in China dropped slightly to X ha, approximately reflecting the year before. Overall, the harvested area, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the harvested area increased by 1.6%. The cabbage harvested area peaked at X ha in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.

Cabbage Exports

Exports from China

In 2022, overseas shipments of cabbage and other brassicas decreased by -19% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after three years of growth. Overall, total exports indicated a measured increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports decreased by -25.4% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 35%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cabbage exports declined notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when exports increased by 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then fell sharply in the following year.

Exports by Country

Vietnam (X tons), Malaysia (X tons) and Thailand (X tons) were the main destinations of cabbage exports from China, with a combined 76% 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 Vietnam (with a CAGR of +26.3%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Vietnam ($X), Malaysia ($X) and Thailand ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for cabbage exported from China worldwide, with a combined 57% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Vietnam, with a CAGR of +26.3%, recorded 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

The average cabbage export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by -19.2% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.9%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average export price increased by 21%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank remarkably in the following year.

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 South Korea ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Mongolia ($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 Hong Kong SAR (+22.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cabbage Imports

Imports into China

In 2021, supplies from abroad of cabbage and other brassicas decreased by -92.9% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, imports faced a sharp slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 3,275%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cabbage imports declined notably to $X in 2021. In general, imports faced a dramatic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 2,263%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from No country was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from No country was relatively modest.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China remains the largest cabbage consuming country worldwide, accounting for 46% of total volume. Moreover, cabbage consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, fourfold. Russia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.8% share.
The country with the largest volume of cabbage production was China, comprising approx. 48% of total volume. Moreover, cabbage production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fourfold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.7% share.
In value terms, Taiwan Chinese) constituted the largest supplier of cabbage to China.
In value terms, the largest markets for cabbage exported from China were Hong Kong SAR, Vietnam and Malaysia, together comprising 83% of total exports.
The average cabbage export price stood at $638 per ton in 2021, leveling off at the previous year.
The average cabbage import price stood at $641 per ton in 2021, growing by 61% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cabbage market in China. 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 358 - Cabbages

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 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. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 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

  12. 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

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