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Kuwait: Avocado Market 2025

Avocado Market Size in Kuwait

The Kuwaiti avocado market dropped markedly to $X in 2022, which is down by -15.2% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate resilient growth. Avocado consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Avocado Exports

Exports from Kuwait

In 2021, the amount of avocados exported from Kuwait shrank dramatically to X kg, dropping by -46.2% against the year before. Over the period under review, exports faced a significant decline. The smallest decline of -27.7% was in 2016. The exports peaked at X kg in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, avocado exports reduced markedly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a sharp descent. The smallest decline of -25.2% was in 2016. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X kg) was the main destination for avocado exports from Kuwait, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the Netherlands totaled +55.2%.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for avocados exports from Kuwait.

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the Netherlands stood at +15.5%.

Export Prices by Country

The average avocado export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 4.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate pronounced growth. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2013 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Iraq amounted to +33.6% per year.

Avocado Imports

Imports into Kuwait

In 2022, imports of avocados into Kuwait fell to X tons, with a decrease of -13.4% against 2021. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 270%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, avocado imports reduced markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, posted a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 664%. Imports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Lebanon (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons) and Kenya (X tons) were the main suppliers of avocado imports to Kuwait, with a combined 78% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Lebanon (with a CAGR of +36.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Lebanon ($X) constituted the largest supplier of avocados to Kuwait, comprising 53% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Kenya ($X), with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates, with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Lebanon amounted to +46.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Kenya (+5.3% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (+15.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average avocado import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -4% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed notable growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 107%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Lebanon ($X per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia (+17.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for avocados in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of avocado consumption in 2020 were Mexico, the United States and the Dominican Republic, together comprising 42% of global consumption. Colombia, Indonesia, Brazil, Kenya, Peru, Haiti, China, France, Guatemala and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 32%.

What are the largest producers of avocados in the world?

Mexico constituted the country with the largest volume of avocado production, accounting for 32% of total volume. Moreover, avocado production in Mexico exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the Dominican Republic, fourfold. Peru ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of avocados to Kuwait?

In value terms, the largest avocado suppliers to Kuwait were Mexico, the United States and Kenya, with a combined 79% share of total imports. The United Arab Emirates, Lebanon and South Africa lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 16%.

What is the average export price for avocados in Kuwait?

The average avocado export price stood at $1,280 per ton in 2020, remaining constant against the previous year.

What is the average import price for avocados in Kuwait?

The average avocado import price stood at $2,070 per ton in 2020, declining by -20.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the avocado market in Kuwait. 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 572 - Avocados

Country coverage:

Kuwait

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kuwait
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