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Ireland: Almond Market 2025

Almond Market Size in Ireland

The Irish almond market declined notably to $X in 2021, which is down by -85.9% 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 recorded a abrupt shrinkage. Almond consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Almond Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2021, overseas shipments of almonds decreased by -87.8% to X kg for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports showed a noticeable contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by 2,564% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2020, and then fell notably in the following year.

In value terms, almond exports reduced notably to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, posted a measured expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 596%. The exports peaked at $X in 2020, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

Exports by Country

The UK (X kg) was the main destination for almond exports from Ireland, accounting for a 64% share of total exports. Moreover, almond exports to the UK exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Cyprus (X kg), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Malta (X kg), with a 9.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the UK totaled -3.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Cyprus (+105.1% per year) and Malta (+9.9% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for almond exported from Ireland were the UK ($X), Cyprus ($X) and Malta ($X), together comprising 94% of total exports.

Cyprus, with a CAGR of +157.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average almond export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 115% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a prominent expansion. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Cyprus ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Cyprus (+25.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Almond Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2021, the amount of almonds imported into Ireland fell notably to X tons, which is down by -87.9% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports saw a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 183%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, almond imports reduced rapidly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 93% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Germany (X tons) constituted the largest almond supplier to Ireland, with a 58% share of total imports. Moreover, almond imports from Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the UK (X tons), threefold. Spain (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 18% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Germany totaled -11.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (-28.0% per year) and Spain (-1.9% per year).

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of almond to Ireland, comprising 66% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Germany totaled -6.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (-3.1% per year) and the UK (-27.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average almond import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 29% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a resilient expansion from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.2% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, almond import price increased by +50.6% against 2019 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 31%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the price for the UK ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (+24.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for almonds in the world?

The United States constituted the country with the largest volume of almond consumption, accounting for 49% of total volume. Moreover, almond consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Spain, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 5.7% share.

What are the largest producers of almonds in the world?

The United States remains the largest almond producing country worldwide, accounting for 55% of total volume. Moreover, almond production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Spain, sixfold. Australia ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of almonds to Ireland?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of almond to Ireland, comprising 66% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 9.7% share.

What are the leading importers of almonds from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK, Cyprus and Malta $881) constituted the largest markets for almond exported from Ireland worldwide, together accounting for 90% of total exports.

What is the average export price for almonds in Ireland?

The average almond export price stood at $22,806 per ton in 2021, picking up by 166% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for almonds in Ireland?

In 2021, the average almond import price amounted to $7,454 per ton, increasing by 21% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the almond market in Ireland. 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 221 - Almonds

Country coverage:

Ireland

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ireland
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
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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