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Ireland: Garlic Market 2025

Garlic Market Size in Ireland

In 2022, the Irish garlic market decreased by -8.4% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated a notable expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by -14.1% against 2020 indices. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Garlic Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, exports of garlic from Ireland totaled X tons, leveling off at the year before. In general, exports saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 468% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, garlic exports amounted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 346%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) was the main destination for garlic exports from Ireland, with a 90% share of total exports. Moreover, garlic exports to the UK exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the Netherlands (X tons), ninefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the UK totaled +83.4%.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the UK stood at +70.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The average garlic export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, approximately equating the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the average export price increased by 20%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (+2.3%).

Garlic Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2022, overseas purchases of garlic decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports recorded a perceptible expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 28%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, garlic imports amounted to $X in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a tangible expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 23% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Spain (X tons) and the UK (X tons) were the main suppliers of garlic imports to Ireland, together accounting for 76% of total imports. France, the Netherlands, Germany and Argentina lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 21%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Argentina (with a CAGR of +30.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Spain ($X) and the UK ($X) appeared to be the largest garlic suppliers to Ireland, together accounting for 70% of total imports. Germany, France, the Netherlands and Argentina lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

Among the main suppliers, Germany, with a CAGR of +36.9%, saw 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 garlic import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a mild expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average import price increased by 29%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

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 Germany ($X per ton), while the price for Argentina ($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 (+6.3%), 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 garlic in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of garlic consumption, comprising approx. 67% of total volume. Moreover, garlic consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Indonesia, with a 2.1% share.

What are the largest producers of garlic in the world?

The country with the largest volume of garlic production was China, accounting for 74% of total volume. Moreover, garlic production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, sevenfold.

What are the leading suppliers of garlic to Ireland?

In value terms, the largest garlic suppliers to Ireland were Spain, the Netherlands and the UK, together accounting for 73% of total imports. Germany, France and China lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 27%.

What are the leading importers of garlic from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK emerged as the key foreign market for garlic exports from Ireland, comprising 93% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with a 5.8% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for garlic in Ireland?

The average garlic export price stood at $3,754 per ton in 2021, increasing by 5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for garlic in Ireland?

In 2021, the average garlic import price amounted to $2,773 per ton, picking up by 18% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the garlic 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 406 - Garlic

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