Libya: Peach And Nectarine Market 2025

Peach And Nectarine Market Size in Libya

In 2021, the Libyan peach and nectarine market decreased by -3.4% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a abrupt contraction. Peach and nectarine consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Peach And Nectarine Production in Libya

In value terms, peach and nectarine production declined modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a deep setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 2.2% against the previous year. Peach and nectarine production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

In 2021, the average peach and nectarine yield in Libya reduced modestly to X tons per ha, stabilizing at the year before. In general, the yield continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the yield increased by 2%. Over the period under review, the average peach and nectarine yield hit record highs at X tons per ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the yield stood at a somewhat lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2021, approx. X ha of peaches and nectarines were harvested in Libya; therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year's figure. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 7.3%. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to peach and nectarine production reached the peak figure at X ha in 2019; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Peach And Nectarine Exports

Exports from Libya

In 2016, approx. X tons of peaches and nectarines were exported from Libya; approximately mirroring the previous year's figure. Overall, exports saw significant growth. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2013. The exports peaked in 2016 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, peach and nectarine exports totaled $X in 2016. Over the period under review, exports posted significant growth. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2013. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2016 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Belarus (X tons) was the main destination for peach and nectarine exports from Libya, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2016, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Belarus was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2016, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Belarus was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average peach and nectarine export price stood at $X per ton in 2016, approximately reflecting the previous year. In general, the export price showed a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average export price decreased by 99.9% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2016, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2016, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Belarus amounted to 0.0% per year.

Peach And Nectarine Imports

Imports into Libya

In 2021, purchases abroad of peaches and nectarines decreased by -8.2% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 63%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, peach and nectarine imports fell to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, showed modest growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 132%. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Tunisia (X tons) was the main peach and nectarine supplier to Libya, accounting for a 97% share of total imports. It was followed by Turkey (X tons), with a 1.5% share of total imports. Italy (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 0.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Tunisia totaled +3.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+36.0% per year) and Italy (-27.3% per year).

In value terms, Tunisia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of peach and nectarine to Libya, comprising 96% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Egypt ($X), with a 2% share of total imports. It was followed by Turkey, with a 1.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Tunisia totaled +6.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Egypt (-18.0% per year) and Turkey (+29.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average peach and nectarine import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 2.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average import price increased by 50%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per ton), while the price for Italy ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (+7.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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