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Colombia: Market for Cherries and Sour Cherries 2025

Market Size for Cherries and Sour Cherries in Colombia

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the Colombian cherry and sour cherry market, when its value decreased by -13.6% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a noticeable descent. Cherry and sour cherry consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Cherries and Sour Cherries

Exports from Colombia

Cherry and sour cherry exports from Colombia skyrocketed to X tons in 2022, increasing by 158% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed a noticeable expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 211%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cherry and sour cherry exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, exports enjoyed a resilient expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Singapore (X tons) was the main destination for cherry and sour cherry exports from Colombia, accounting for a 45% share of total exports. Moreover, cherry and sour cherry exports to Singapore exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the Czech Republic (X kg), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Singapore amounted to -2.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Czech Republic (+30.7% per year) and Finland (-17.0% per year).

In value terms, Singapore ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for cherries and sour cherries exports from Colombia, comprising 49% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Finland ($X), with a 1.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Singapore totaled +9.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Finland (-21.2% per year) and the Czech Republic (+15.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average cherry and sour cherry export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 91% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a resilient increase. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Singapore ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Czech Republic ($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 Aruba (+21.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Cherries and Sour Cherries

Imports into Colombia

For the third year in a row, Colombia recorded growth in purchases abroad of cherries and sour cherries, which increased by 23% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a slight downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 212% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cherry and sour cherry imports contracted notably to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a pronounced downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 264% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Chile (X tons) constituted the largest cherry and sour cherry supplier to Colombia, accounting for a 88% share of total imports. Moreover, cherry and sour cherry imports from Chile exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (X tons), sevenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Chile totaled -1.1%.

In value terms, Chile ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cherries and sour cherries to Colombia, comprising 83% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a 17% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Chile stood at -3.9%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cherry and sour cherry import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -40.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a perceptible slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 31%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Chile amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (-1.1%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cherries and sour cherries in the world?

The country with the largest volume of cherry and sour cherry consumption was Turkey, accounting for 21% of total volume. Moreover, cherry and sour cherry consumption in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.1% share.

What are the largest producers of cherries and sour cherries in the world?

The country with the largest volume of cherry and sour cherry production was Turkey, comprising approx. 22% of total volume. Moreover, cherry and sour cherry production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cherries and sour cherries to Colombia?

In value terms, Chile constituted the largest supplier of cherry and sour cherry to Colombia, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 19% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of cherries and sour cherries from Colombia?

In value terms, the largest markets for cherry and sour cherry exported from Colombia were Aruba, the Czech Republic and Finland, with a combined 91% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Slovakia, which accounted for a further 9.2%.

What is the average export price for cherries and sour cherries in Colombia?

In 2021, the average cherry and sour cherry export price amounted to $4,404 per ton, jumping by 3,111% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cherries and sour cherries in Colombia?

The average cherry and sour cherry import price stood at $6,297 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -5.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for cherry and sour cherry in Colombia. 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 530 - Sour cherries
FCL 531 - Cherries

Country coverage:

Colombia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Colombia
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
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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. 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