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Israel: Sour Cherry Market 2025

Sour Cherry Market Size in Israel

The Israeli sour cherry market dropped dramatically to $X in 2022, with a decrease of -45.8% against the previous year. In general, consumption faced a abrupt curtailment. Sour cherry consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Sour Cherry Production in Israel

In value terms, sour cherry production expanded slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 27%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

In 2022, the average yield of sour cherries in Israel stood at less than X kg per ha, almost unchanged from the previous year. Overall, the yield saw 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 total area harvested in terms of sour cherries production in Israel was estimated at less than X ha, approximately reflecting 2021 figures. Over the period under review, the harvested area continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Sour Cherry Exports

Exports from Israel

Sour cherry exports from Israel soared to X tons in 2022, jumping by 163% against 2021 figures. Overall, exports saw a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 1,639%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sour cherry exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 1,004%. The exports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Palestine (X tons) was the main destination for sour cherry exports from Israel, with a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Palestine amounted to +82.4%.

In value terms, Palestine ($X) also remains the key foreign market for sour cherries exports from Israel.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Palestine amounted to +56.5%.

Export Prices by Country

The average sour cherry export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by 50% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 57%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Palestine amounted to -14.2% per year.

Sour Cherry Imports

Imports into Israel

In 2020, sour cherry imports into Israel amounted to X kg, leveling off at the year before. Overall, imports recorded a precipitous decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 113% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2020, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sour cherry imports totaled $X in 2020. Over the period under review, imports saw a precipitous curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 61%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2020, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Russia (X kg) was the main supplier of sour cherry to Israel, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2016 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Russia was relatively modest.

In value terms, Russia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sour cherries to Israel.

From 2016 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value from Russia was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the average sour cherry import price amounted to $X per ton, flattening at the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a dramatic decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 a decrease of -24.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2020, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2016 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Palestine amounted to -65.2% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sour cherries in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of sour cherry consumption in 2021 were Russia, Turkey and Ukraine, with a combined 42% share of global consumption. Poland, Iran, Serbia, the United States, Uzbekistan, Hungary, Belarus, Azerbaijan and Romania lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 47%.

What are the largest producers of sour cherries in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of sour cherry production in 2021 were Russia, Turkey and Ukraine, together comprising 42% of global production. These countries were followed by Poland, Iran, Serbia, the United States, Uzbekistan, Hungary, Azerbaijan, Belarus and Romania, which together accounted for a further 49%.

What are the leading suppliers of sour cherries to Israel?

In value terms, Russia constituted the largest supplier of sour cherry to Israel.

What are the leading importers of sour cherries from Israel?

In value terms, Singapore remains the key foreign market for sour cherry exports from Israel, comprising 4.1% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by South Africa, with a 1.4% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for sour cherries in Israel?

The average sour cherry export price stood at $718 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -15.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sour cherries in Israel?

The average sour cherry import price stood at $1,445 per ton in 2020, increasing by 34% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sour cherry market in Israel. 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 530 - Sour cherries

Country coverage:

Israel

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Israel
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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