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Croatia: Date Market 2025

Date Market Size in Croatia

The Croatian date market reached $X in 2022, growing by 6.3% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption showed a resilient expansion. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Date Exports

Exports from Croatia

After four years of decline, shipments abroad of dates increased by 48% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports posted a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 4,806%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, date exports soared to $X in 2022. In general, exports enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 2,650% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Slovenia (X tons), Serbia (X tons) and Austria (X tons) were the main destinations of date exports from Croatia, together comprising 93% of total exports. Slovakia, Montenegro and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 4.5%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Slovakia (with a CAGR of +59,250.0%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Austria ($X), Slovenia ($X) and Serbia ($X) constituted the largest markets for date exported from Croatia worldwide, with a combined 92% share of total exports. Slovakia, Montenegro and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 4.9%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Slovakia, with a CAGR of +29,736.4%, 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 date export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 35% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a slight reduction. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Montenegro ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Germany ($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 the Czech Republic (-0.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Date Imports

Imports into Croatia

For the eleventh consecutive year, Croatia recorded growth in supplies from abroad of dates, which increased by 12% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 50%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, date imports amounted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 51% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Iran (X tons), Tunisia (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) were the main suppliers of date imports to Croatia, with a combined 84% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +104.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest date suppliers to Croatia were Iran ($X), Tunisia ($X) and the Netherlands ($X), together comprising 68% of total imports.

The Netherlands, with a CAGR of +92.0%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average date import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, declining by -3.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a pronounced downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Bulgaria ($X per ton), while the price for the Czech Republic ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hungary (+8.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for dates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of date consumption in 2021 were Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Iran, with a combined 43% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Algeria, Iraq, Pakistan, Sudan, India, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Morocco, Tunisia and Libya, which together accounted for a further 45%.

What are the largest producers of dates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of date production in 2021 were Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Iran, together accounting for 48% of global production. Algeria, Iraq, Pakistan, Sudan, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Tunisia, Libya and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 45%.

What are the leading suppliers of dates to Croatia?

In value terms, the largest date suppliers to Croatia were Iran, Tunisia and the Netherlands, with a combined 60% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of dates from Croatia?

In value terms, the largest markets for date exported from Croatia were Slovenia, Germany and Italy, together accounting for 92% of total exports.

What is the average export price for dates in Croatia?

The average date export price stood at $2,095 per ton in 2021, reducing by -13.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for dates in Croatia?

In 2021, the average date import price amounted to $2,507 per ton, dropping by -1.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the date market in Croatia. 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 577 - Dates

Country coverage:

Croatia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Croatia
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