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Philippines: Papaya Market 2025

Papaya Market Size in the Philippines

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was decline in the Philippine papaya market, when its value decreased by -0.7% to $X. In general, consumption recorded a slight descent. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Papaya Production in the Philippines

In value terms, papaya production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a slight slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 33% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

The average yield of papayas in the Philippines fell slightly to X tons per ha in 2022, approximately mirroring 2021 figures. In general, the yield, however, continues to indicate a slight increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the yield increased by 10%. Over the period under review, the average papaya yield attained the maximum level at X tons per ha in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the yield remained at a lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, approx. X ha of papayas were harvested in the Philippines; leveling off at 2021. In general, the harvested area, however, continues to indicate a slight shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 1.1% against the previous year. The papaya harvested area peaked at X ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.

Papaya Exports

Exports from the Philippines

Papaya exports from the Philippines surged to X tons in 2022, with an increase of 74% on the year before. Over the period under review, exports recorded a prominent expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 91% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, papaya exports soared to $X in 2022. In general, exports saw resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 66%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

China (X tons), Singapore (X tons) and Japan (X tons) were the main destinations of papaya exports from the Philippines, together accounting for 75% of total exports. Hong Kong SAR, New Zealand, South Korea and Malaysia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 24%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Hong Kong SAR (with a CAGR of +144.9%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Singapore ($X) and Japan ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for papaya exported from the Philippines worldwide, with a combined 75% share of total exports. Hong Kong SAR, New Zealand, South Korea and Malaysia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 24%.

Hong Kong SAR, with a CAGR of +210.7%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average papaya export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -23% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a mild expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, papaya export price increased by +41.4% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 62%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to Japan ($X per ton) and New Zealand ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Singapore ($X per ton) and Malaysia ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Hong Kong SAR (+26.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for papayas in the world?

India remains the largest papaya consuming country worldwide, accounting for 44% of total volume. Moreover, papaya consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the Dominican Republic, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with an 8.4% share.

What are the largest producers of papayas in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of papaya production, comprising approx. 44% of total volume. Moreover, papaya production in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the Dominican Republic, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with an 8.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of papayas to the Philippines?

In value terms, the largest papaya suppliers to the Philippines were the Netherlands $535) and Brazil $469).

What are the leading importers of papayas from the Philippines?

In value terms, the largest markets for papaya exported from the Philippines were China, Japan and Singapore, with a combined 73% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for papayas in the Philippines?

The average papaya export price stood at $1,783 per ton in 2021, increasing by 62% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for papayas in the Philippines?

The average papaya import price stood at $2,820 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -30.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the papaya market in the Philippines. 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 600 - Papayas

Country coverage:

Philippines

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the Philippines
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 THE 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 EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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 VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
12. Exports and Growth, by Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Harvested Area: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012-2024
32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012-2024