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Finland: Melon Seed Market 2025

Melon Seed Market Size in Finland

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the Finnish melon seed market, when its value increased by 51% to $X. Overall, consumption saw a significant increase. Melon seed consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Melon Seed Exports

Exports from Finland

In 2022, overseas shipments of melon seed decreased by -66.7% to X kg for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Overall, exports showed a dramatic downturn. The exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, melon seed exports dropped markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a precipitous decline. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X kg) was the main destination for melon seed exports from Finland, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2018 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the Netherlands stood at +31.6%.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) also remains the key foreign market for melon seed exports from Finland.

From 2018 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the Netherlands stood at +63.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average melon seed export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 50% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of 759%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the Netherlands.

From 2018 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to +24.0% per year.

Melon Seed Imports

Imports into Finland

In 2022, overseas purchases of melon seed were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 416% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, melon seed imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports showed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 464% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, India (X tons) constituted the largest melon seed supplier to Finland, accounting for a 87% share of total imports. Moreover, melon seed imports from India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the Netherlands (X tons), sevenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from India stood at +46.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Netherlands (+80.8% per year) and Germany (-20.0% per year).

In value terms, India ($X) constituted the largest supplier of melon seed to Finland, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with a 17% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from India amounted to +40.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Netherlands (+77.3% per year) and Germany (-18.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average melon seed import price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -10.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a deep reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 14%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+1.6%), 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 melon seed in the world?

Nigeria constituted the country with the largest volume of melon seed consumption, accounting for 59% of total volume. Moreover, melon seed consumption in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Sudan, eightfold. Democratic Republic of the Congo ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.7% share.

What are the largest producers of melon seed in the world?

Nigeria constituted the country with the largest volume of melon seed production, comprising approx. 59% of total volume. Moreover, melon seed production in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Sudan, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Democratic Republic of the Congo, with a 6.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of melon seed to Finland?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of melon seed to Finland, comprising 61% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Indonesia, with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 13% share.

What are the leading importers of melon seed from Finland?

In value terms, the largest markets for melon seed exported from Finland were Estonia and the Netherlands $168). Moreover, melon seed exports in Estonia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest exporter, the Netherlands, more than tenfold.

What is the average export price for melon seed in Finland?

In 2020, the average melon seed export price amounted to $0 per ton, dropping by -100% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for melon seed in Finland?

The average melon seed import price stood at $3,063 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -11.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the melon seed market in Finland. 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 299 - Melonseed

Country coverage:

Finland

Data coverage:

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
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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 EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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 VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
12. Exports and Growth, by Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Harvested Area: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012-2024
32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012-2024