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Mexico: Date Market 2025

Date Market Size in Mexico

In 2022, the Mexican date market decreased by -7.6% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, consumption, however, saw strong growth. Date consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Date Production in Mexico

In value terms, date production rose modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production posted a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by 40%. Date production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

The average yield of dates in Mexico was estimated at X tons per ha in 2022, almost unchanged from 2021 figures. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the yield increased by 35%. The date yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2020; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, the total area harvested in terms of dates production in Mexico rose slightly to X ha, with an increase of 2.3% against the year before. In general, the harvested area showed strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 16%. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to date production reached the maximum at X ha in 2020; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Date Exports

Exports from Mexico

In 2022, approx. X tons of dates were exported from Mexico; increasing by 13% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, exports saw a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 120% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In value terms, date exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, exports posted a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 136% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for date exports from Mexico, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States stood at +18.8%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) also remains the key foreign market for dates exports from Mexico.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States stood at +26.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average date export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 50% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated a resilient expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +6.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, date export price increased by +82.7% against 2018 indices. 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 United States.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to +6.7% per year.

Date Imports

Imports into Mexico

In 2022, purchases abroad of dates decreased by -10.1% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 513% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, date imports contracted to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, enjoyed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 372% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) was the main date supplier to Mexico, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States amounted to +42.3%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of dates to Mexico.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States totaled +38.3%.

Import Prices by Country

The average date import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 3.1% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a mild curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 54% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to -2.8% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for dates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of date consumption in 2021 were Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Iran, with a combined 43% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Algeria, Iraq, Pakistan, Sudan, India, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Morocco, Tunisia and Libya, which together accounted for a further 45%.

What are the largest producers of dates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of date production in 2021 were Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Iran, together accounting for 48% of global production. These countries were followed by Algeria, Iraq, Pakistan, Sudan, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Tunisia, Libya and China, which together accounted for a further 45%.

What are the leading suppliers of dates to Mexico?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of date to Mexico.

What are the leading importers of dates from Mexico?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for date exports from Mexico.

What is the average export price for dates in Mexico?

The average date export price stood at $2,963 per ton in 2021, reducing by -18% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for dates in Mexico?

In 2021, the average date import price amounted to $2,798 per ton, waning by -3.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the date 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 577 - Dates

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