Kazakhstan: Melon Market 2025

Melon Market Size in Kazakhstan

In 2022, the Kazakh melon market increased by 2.5% to $X, rising for the fifth year in a row after three years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Melon consumption peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Melon Production in Kazakhstan

In value terms, melon production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate a pronounced reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

The average yield of melons in Kazakhstan shrank to X tons per ha in 2022, waning by -3.9% against 2021 figures. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +1.6% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the yield increased by 9% against the previous year. As a result, the yield attained the peak level of X tons per ha, and then reduced in the following year. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The melon harvested area in Kazakhstan contracted modestly to X ha in 2022, falling by -4.5% compared with the previous year's figure. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to melon production attained the peak figure at X ha in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

Melon Exports

Exports from Kazakhstan

In 2022, melon exports from Kazakhstan contracted markedly to X tons, dropping by -89.4% on 2021 figures. Overall, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 431%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons, and then declined markedly in the following year.

In value terms, melon exports declined dramatically to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a deep slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 179%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Russia (X tons), Belarus (X tons) and Latvia (X tons) were the main destinations of melon exports from Kazakhstan, together comprising 94% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Belarus (with a CAGR of +44.9%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Russia ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for melons exports from Kazakhstan, comprising 56% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belarus ($X), with a 26% share of total exports. It was followed by Latvia, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Russia totaled -1.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Belarus (+36.9% per year) and Latvia (-17.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average melon export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 76% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Kyrgyzstan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Kyrgyzstan (+3.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Melon Imports

Imports into Kazakhstan

In 2022, the amount of melons imported into Kazakhstan surged to X tons, increasing by 61% against the previous year. Overall, imports showed a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 894% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, melon imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 706%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Uzbekistan (X tons) was the main supplier of melon to Kazakhstan, with a 98% share of total imports. It was followed by Iran (X tons), with a 1.5% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Uzbekistan amounted to +41.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Iran (+45.2% per year) and Kyrgyzstan (-41.4% per year).

In value terms, Uzbekistan ($X) constituted the largest supplier of melons to Kazakhstan, comprising 98% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Iran ($X), with a 1.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Uzbekistan amounted to +53.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Iran (+51.7% per year) and Kyrgyzstan (-45.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average melon import price amounted to $X per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a perceptible decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 59% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Uzbekistan ($X per ton), while the price for Iran ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Uzbekistan (+8.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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