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Ireland: Carob Market 2025

Carob Market Size in Ireland

The Irish carob market surged to $X in 2022, picking up by 10,170,000% against the previous year. Overall, consumption saw significant growth. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Carob Production in Ireland

In value terms, carob production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 660%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

In 2022, the average carob yield in Ireland stood at less than X kg per ha, approximately mirroring 2021. Overall, the yield showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, approx. less than X ha of carob were harvested in Ireland; flattening at the previous year. In general, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Carob Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, carob exports from Ireland reduced notably to X kg, falling by -40% on the previous year. In general, exports saw a precipitous contraction. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X kg in 2021, and then dropped dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, carob exports contracted sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, exports faced a dramatic shrinkage. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then contracted sharply in the following year.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X kg) was the main destination for carob exports from Ireland, accounting for a 83% share of total exports. Moreover, carob exports to the Netherlands exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Belgium (X kg), fivefold.

From 2021 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the Netherlands stood at -50.0%.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the key foreign market for carob exports from Ireland, comprising 75% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with a 25% share of total exports.

From 2021 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the Netherlands amounted to -57.1%.

Export Prices by Country

The average carob export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -4.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a pronounced shrinkage. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2021, and then dropped slightly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands amounted to $X per ton.

From 2021 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (-14.3%).

Carob Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2022, overseas purchases of carob decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports saw significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 7,628,654%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, carob imports stood at $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 666,303%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The UK (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main suppliers of carob imports to Ireland.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the UK (with a CAGR of +1.0%).

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of carob to Ireland, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 21% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the UK stood at +15.2%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average carob import price amounted to $X per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 696% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average 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 UK ($X per ton), while the price for Spain totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+14.1%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for carob in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of carob consumption in 2020 were Portugal, Italy and Turkey, together accounting for 51% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Morocco, Greece, Vietnam, Cyprus, France, Algeria, Switzerland, Lebanon and Egypt, which together accounted for a further 40%.

What are the largest producers of carob in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of carob production in 2020 were Portugal, Italy and Morocco, together accounting for 57% of global production. These countries were followed by Turkey, Spain, Greece, Cyprus and Algeria, which together accounted for a further 36%.

What are the leading suppliers of carob to Ireland?

In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of carob to Ireland.

What are the leading importers of carob from Ireland?

In value terms, the Netherlands remains the key foreign market for carob exports from Ireland.

What is the average export price for carob in Ireland?

The average carob export price stood at $0 per ton in 2020, falling by -100% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for carob in Ireland?

The average carob import price stood at $1,753 per ton in 2020, rising by 66% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the carob 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 461 - Carobs

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
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