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Oman: Walnut Market 2025

Walnut Market Size in Oman

The Omani walnut market expanded to $X in 2021, with an increase of 4.3% against the previous year. In general, consumption recorded a significant increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Walnut Production in Oman

In value terms, walnut production rose notably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a buoyant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the production volume increased by 69%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Walnut Exports

Exports from Oman

Walnut exports from Oman declined notably to X tons in 2021, which is down by -79.7% against 2020. In general, exports recorded a deep reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 94% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, walnut exports shrank notably to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, showed prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 188%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Qatar (X tons) was the main destination for walnut exports from Oman, with a 87% share of total exports. Moreover, walnut exports to Qatar exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United Arab Emirates (X kg), sevenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Qatar amounted to -8.8%.

In value terms, Qatar ($X) remains the key foreign market for walnut exports from Oman, comprising 90% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with an 8.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Qatar amounted to +10.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average walnut export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 41% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 69%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major external markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Qatar ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Qatar (+21.6%).

Walnut Imports

Imports into Oman

For the fifth year in a row, Oman recorded growth in supplies from abroad of walnuts, which increased by 16% to X tons in 2021. In general, imports recorded significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 397%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, walnut imports reduced to $X in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 433% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of walnut to Oman, with a 89% share of total imports. Moreover, walnut imports from the United Arab Emirates exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Turkey (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United States (X tons), with a 2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United Arab Emirates totaled +69.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+4.6% per year) and the United States (+19.9% per year).

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of walnut to Oman, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a 4.7% share of total imports. It was followed by Ukraine, with a 1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United Arab Emirates totaled +70.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (+21.8% per year) and Ukraine (+49.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average walnut import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -20.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a perceptible slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 19% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+1.6%), 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 walnuts in the world?

The country with the largest volume of walnut consumption was China, comprising approx. 54% of total volume. Moreover, walnut consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fivefold. Iran ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.4% share.

What are the largest producers of walnuts in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of walnut production, comprising approx. 55% of total volume. Moreover, walnut production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. Iran ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of walnuts to Oman?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of walnut to Oman, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 11% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 1.3% share.

What are the leading importers of walnuts from Oman?

In value terms, Qatar remains the key foreign market for walnut exports from Oman.

What is the average export price for walnuts in Oman?

The average walnut export price stood at $5,838 per ton in 2018, flattening at the previous year.

What is the average import price for walnuts in Oman?

The average walnut import price stood at $7,810 per ton in 2020, declining by -9.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the walnut market in Oman. 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 222 - Walnuts

Country coverage:

Oman

Data coverage:

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