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New Zealand: Olive Market 2025

Olive Market Size in New Zealand

In 2022, the New Zealand olive market decreased by -13.7% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after five years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption saw a deep contraction. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Olive Exports

Exports from New Zealand

In 2022, shipments abroad of olives decreased by -52.6% to X kg for the first time since 2016, thus ending a five-year rising trend. Overall, exports saw a deep contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 106%. The exports peaked at X kg in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, olive exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 141% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Vanuatu (X kg) was the main destination for olive exports from New Zealand, accounting for a 78% share of total exports. Moreover, olive exports to Vanuatu exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Cook Islands (X kg), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Vanuatu totaled +13.3%.

In value terms, Cook Islands ($X) and Vanuatu ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for olive exported from New Zealand worldwide.

Cook Islands, with a CAGR of +19.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average olive export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 228% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a strong increase. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Cook Islands ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Vanuatu stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Samoa (+3.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Olive Imports

Imports into New Zealand

In 2022, after six years of growth, there was decline in purchases abroad of olives, when their volume decreased by -1% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports saw a deep setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 942% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, olive imports fell sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 1,664%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Turkey (X tons) was the main supplier of olive to New Zealand, with a 93% share of total imports. Moreover, olive imports from Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Tokelau (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Turkey stood at +17.6%.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) constituted the largest supplier of olives to New Zealand, comprising 89% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Tokelau ($X), with an 11% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Turkey totaled -2.4%.

Import Prices by Country

The average olive import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -25.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, posted a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 109%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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 Tokelau ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+14.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for olives in the world?

Spain remains the largest olive consuming country worldwide, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, olive consumption in Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Greece, threefold. Italy ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 9.8% share.

What are the largest producers of olives in the world?

Spain remains the largest olive producing country worldwide, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, olive production in Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Greece, threefold. Italy ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of olives to New Zealand?

In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of olive to New Zealand, comprising 56% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 27% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of olives from New Zealand?

In value terms, Thailand remains the key foreign market for olive exports from New Zealand, comprising 64% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Samoa $453), with a 29% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for olives in New Zealand?

In 2021, the average olive export price amounted to $4,949 per ton, which is down by -65.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for olives in New Zealand?

The average olive import price stood at $3,198 per ton in 2021, dropping by -82.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the olive market in New Zealand. 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 260 - Olives

Country coverage:

New Zealand

Data coverage:

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