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Ireland - Flax, Raw or Retted - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Ireland: Market for Flax, Raw Or Retted 2022

Market Size for Flax, Raw Or Retted in Ireland

The Irish flax, raw or retted market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a deep setback. Flax, raw or retted consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Flax, Raw Or Retted in Ireland

In value terms, flax, raw or retted production expanded modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

In 2021, the average flax, raw or retted yield in Ireland totaled less than X kg per ha, approximately equating 2020. 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.

The flax, raw or retted harvested area in Ireland stood at less than X ha in 2021, remaining stable against 2020 figures. In general, the harvested area continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Exports of Flax, Raw Or Retted

Exports from Ireland

In 2021, the amount of flax, raw or retted exported from Ireland amounted to less than X kg, leveling off at the year before. Over the period under review, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, flax, raw or retted exports stood at less than $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons) was the main destination for flax, raw or retted exports from Ireland, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, flax, raw or retted exports to the Netherlands exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the UK (X kg), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2016, the average annual growth rate of volume to the Netherlands was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2016, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the UK was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2016, the average flax, raw or retted export price amounted to $X per ton, leveling off at the previous year. In general, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure in 2016 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2016, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (X%).

Imports of Flax, Raw Or Retted

Imports into Ireland

In 2021, imports of flax, raw or retted into Ireland stood at X kg, leveling off at the year before. Over the period under review, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, flax, raw or retted imports stood at $X in 2021. In general, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the UK (X kg) was the main supplier of flax, raw or retted to Ireland, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the UK was relatively modest.

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of flax, raw or retted to Ireland.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the UK was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average flax, raw or retted import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The import price peaked in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the UK.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the UK amounted to X% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of flax, raw or retted consumption in 2020 were Canada, the Netherlands and Belgium, together comprising 81% of global consumption.
Canada constituted the country with the largest volume of flax, raw or retted production, comprising approx. 63% of total volume. Moreover, flax, raw or retted production in Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Egypt, twofold.
In value terms, Canada constituted the largest supplier of flax, raw or retted to Ireland.
The average flax, raw or retted export price stood at $555 per ton in 2016, approximately mirroring the previous year.
In 2019, the average flax, raw or retted import price amounted to $1,266 per ton, increasing by 11% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for flax, raw or retted 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 771 - Flax, raw or retted

Country coverage:

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 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. 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. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  8. 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. 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. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. 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

  12. 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

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