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Kuwait: Mushroom And Truffle Market 2025

Mushroom And Truffle Market Size in Kuwait

After two years of growth, the Kuwaiti mushroom and truffle market decreased by -20.1% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption, however, showed prominent growth. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2021, and then dropped rapidly in the following year.

Mushroom And Truffle Exports

Exports from Kuwait

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of mushrooms and truffles, when their volume decreased by -37.5% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 7,143% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, mushroom and truffle exports reached $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 6,207%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Qatar (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons) and Iran (X kg) were the main destinations of mushroom and truffle exports from Kuwait, with a combined 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Qatar (with a CAGR of +71.0%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Qatar ($X) remains the key foreign market for mushrooms and truffles exports from Kuwait, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Saudi Arabia ($X), with a 13% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Qatar stood at +75.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Saudi Arabia (-5.5% per year) and Iran (-23.2% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average mushroom and truffle export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 70% against the previous year. Overall, the export price posted strong growth. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Qatar ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Iran ($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 Qatar (+2.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Mushroom And Truffle Imports

Imports into Kuwait

After two years of growth, overseas purchases of mushrooms and truffles decreased by -22.3% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a temperate increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 517% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, mushroom and truffle imports declined notably to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 340%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Iran (X tons) and Oman (X tons) were the main suppliers of mushroom and truffle imports to Kuwait, with a combined 47% share of total imports. Syrian Arab Republic, Lebanon, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Morocco and Algeria lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 20%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Lebanon (with a CAGR of +39.6%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X), Iran ($X) and Oman ($X) constituted the largest mushroom and truffle suppliers to Kuwait, together comprising 50% of total imports. Syrian Arab Republic, Lebanon, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Algeria and Morocco lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 21%.

Lebanon, with a CAGR of +47.8%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average mushroom and truffle import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 3.2% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.9%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

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 Algeria ($X per ton), while the price for Lebanon ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Algeria (+9.0%), 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 mushrooms and truffles in the world?

China remains the largest mushroom and truffle consuming country worldwide, accounting for 93% of total volume.

What are the largest producers of mushrooms and truffles in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of mushroom and truffle production, comprising approx. 93% of total volume.

What are the leading suppliers of mushrooms and truffles to Kuwait?

In value terms, Iran constituted the largest supplier of mushroom and truffle to Kuwait, comprising 63% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Oman, with a 5.2% share.

What are the leading importers of mushrooms and truffles from Kuwait?

In value terms, Saudi Arabia remains the key foreign market for mushroom and truffle exports from Kuwait, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Iran $897), with a 4.4% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for mushrooms and truffles in Kuwait?

In 2021, the average mushroom and truffle export price amounted to $3,234 per ton, shrinking by -6.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for mushrooms and truffles in Kuwait?

The average mushroom and truffle import price stood at $6,509 per ton in 2021, growing by 9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mushroom and truffle 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 449 - Mushrooms

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
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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