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Ireland: Quince Market 2025

Quince Market Size in Ireland

The Irish quince market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2022, after three years of decline. In general, consumption saw a sharp decrease. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Quince Production in Ireland

In value terms, quince production reduced markedly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the production volume increased by 64%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

In 2022, the average yield of quinces in Ireland amounted to less than X kg per ha, standing approx. at the previous year. In general, the yield recorded 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, the harvested area of quinces in Ireland totaled less than X ha, flattening at the year before. Over the period under review, the harvested area continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Quince Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, approx. X kg of quinces were exported from Ireland; standing approx. at the previous year. Overall, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, quince exports contracted markedly to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a dramatic decrease. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

Exports by Country

The UK (X kg) was the main destination for quince exports from Ireland, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2021 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the UK amounted to +500.0%.

In value terms, the UK ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for quinces exports from Ireland.

From 2021 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the UK stood at +200.0%.

Export Prices by Country

The average quince export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by -29.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a significant contraction. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then dropped dramatically in the following year.

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

From 2021 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the UK amounted to -50.0% per year.

Quince Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2022, overseas purchases of quinces decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after three years of growth. In general, imports recorded a sharp shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 4,087%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, quince imports amounted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a sharp shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 3,932%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Spain (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of quince to Ireland, with a 66% share of total imports. Moreover, quince imports from Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, France (X kg), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the Netherlands (X kg), with an 8.8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Spain amounted to -8.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (-29.9% per year) and the Netherlands (+21.3% per year).

In value terms, Spain ($X) constituted the largest supplier of quinces to Ireland, comprising 67% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by France ($X), with a 24% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 7.3% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Spain totaled -12.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (-28.9% per year) and the Netherlands (+14.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average quince import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, remaining constant against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 62% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were Spain ($X per ton) and France ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey ($X per ton) and the Netherlands ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+2.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for quinces in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of quince consumption in 2020 were Turkey, China and Uzbekistan, with a combined 51% share of global consumption. Iran, Morocco, Azerbaijan, Argentina, the Netherlands, Russia and Algeria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of quinces in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of quince production in 2020 were Turkey, China and Uzbekistan, with a combined 53% share of global production. Iran, Morocco, Azerbaijan, Argentina, the Netherlands and Algeria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 33%.

What are the leading suppliers of quinces to Ireland?

In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of quince to Ireland, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France, with a 24% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of quinces from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK $163) and the Netherlands $108) constituted the largest markets for quince exported from Ireland worldwide.

What is the average export price for quinces in Ireland?

In 2019, the average quince export price amounted to $1,950 per ton, picking up by 6.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for quinces in Ireland?

In 2020, the average quince import price amounted to $1,332 per ton, growing by 16% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the quince 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 523 - Quinces

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