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Egypt: Pistachio Market 2025

Pistachio Market Size in Egypt

The Egyptian pistachio market surged to $X in 2022, picking up by 137% 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). Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Pistachio Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2022, approx. X tons of pistachios were exported from Egypt; waning by -12.2% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 7,786% against the previous year. 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, pistachio exports shrank slightly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 12,497%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Norway (X tons) was the main destination for pistachio exports from Egypt, with a 90% share of total exports. Moreover, pistachio exports to Norway exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Slovenia (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Norway was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Slovenia (+39.6% per year) and Morocco (0.0% per year).

In value terms, Norway ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for pistachios exports from Egypt, comprising 92% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Slovenia ($X), with a 6.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Norway was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Slovenia (+31.7% per year) and Morocco (0.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average pistachio export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated a buoyant increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, pistachio export price increased by +11.1% against 2017 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average export price increased by 113%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Norway ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Morocco ($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 Slovenia (-5.7%).

Pistachio Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2022, pistachio imports into Egypt surged to X tons, picking up by 175% on the previous year's figure. In general, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, pistachio imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a modest increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons), Syrian Arab Republic (X tons) and Greece (X tons) were the main suppliers of pistachio imports to Egypt, together accounting for 89% of total imports. Iran, Turkey, Jordan and the United Arab Emirates lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 9.1%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Jordan (with a CAGR of +30.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Syrian Arab Republic ($X), the United States ($X) and Greece ($X) were the largest pistachio suppliers to Egypt, together accounting for 88% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Greece, with a CAGR of +16.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average pistachio import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by -23.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, posted a perceptible increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 80% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

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 Jordan ($X per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+6.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for pistachios in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of pistachio consumption in 2021 were Iran, the United States and China, together comprising 54% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of pistachios in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of pistachio production in 2021 were the United States, Iran and Turkey, with a combined 81% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of pistachios to Egypt?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of pistachio to Egypt, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 23% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of pistachios from Egypt?

In value terms, Slovenia remains the key foreign market for pistachio exports from Egypt.

What is the average export price for pistachios in Egypt?

The average pistachio export price stood at $13,523 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 18% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for pistachios in Egypt?

The average pistachio import price stood at $9,674 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -41.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pistachio market in Egypt. 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 223 - Pistachios

Country coverage:

Egypt

Data coverage:

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