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Mexico: Chestnut Market 2025

Chestnut Market Size in Mexico

The Mexican chestnut market dropped dramatically to $X in 2021, which is down by -81.3% 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). In general, consumption recorded a sharp setback. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Chestnut Exports

Exports from Mexico

In 2021, approx. X kg of chestnuts were exported from Mexico; growing by 139% against the previous year's figure. Overall, exports posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 141%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, chestnut exports surged to $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 137%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Germany (X kg) was the main destination for chestnut exports from Mexico, accounting for a 98% share of total exports. It was followed by Canada (X kg), with a 1.7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Germany was relatively modest.

In value terms, Germany ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for chestnut exports from Mexico, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Canada ($X), with a 1.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Germany was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average chestnut export price amounted to $X per ton, flattening at the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by 85%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Germany stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Canada (+9.8%).

Chestnut Imports

Imports into Mexico

In 2021, purchases abroad of chestnuts decreased by -78.8% to X tons, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, imports continue to indicate a sharp decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 897% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, chestnut imports declined sharply to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw a dramatic setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 779% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Spain (X tons) was the main supplier of chestnut to Mexico, with a 92% share of total imports. Moreover, chestnut imports from Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Spain amounted to -20.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (-35.6% per year) and Italy (-69.9% per year).

In value terms, Spain ($X) constituted the largest supplier of chestnut to Mexico, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Italy ($X), with an 11% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Spain stood at -18.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-61.1% per year) and the United States (-31.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average chestnut import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 6.8% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.4%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 37%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+29.3%), 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 chestnuts in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of chestnut consumption, comprising approx. 80% of total volume. Moreover, chestnut consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Bolivia, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 3.1% share.

What are the largest producers of chestnuts in the world?

The country with the largest volume of chestnut production was China, comprising approx. 81% of total volume. Moreover, chestnut production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Bolivia, more than tenfold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of chestnuts to Mexico?

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of chestnut to Mexico, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy, with an 11% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for chestnuts in Mexico?

In 2021, the average chestnut export price amounted to $3,552 per ton, stabilizing at the previous year.

What is the average import price for chestnuts in Mexico?

The average chestnut import price stood at $4,254 per ton in 2021, declining by -7.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the chestnut market in Mexico. 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 220 - Chestnuts

Country coverage:

Mexico

Data coverage:

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