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Republic of Korea: Melon Seed Market 2025

Melon Seed Market Size in Republic of Korea

The South Korean melon seed market skyrocketed to $X in 2022, picking up by 1,928% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a significant expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Melon Seed Production in Republic of Korea

In value terms, melon seed production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Melon seed production peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In 2022, the average melon seed yield in South Korea totaled less than X kg per ha, approximately reflecting 2021. Over the period under review, the yield saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, approx. less than X ha of melon seed were harvested in South Korea; therefore, remained relatively stable against the year before. In general, the harvested area recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

Melon Seed Exports

Exports from Republic of Korea

In 2022, the amount of melon seed exported from South Korea expanded modestly to X kg, surging by 3.7% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, exports recorded significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 620%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, melon seed exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 4,662% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Japan (X kg) was the main destination for melon seed exports from South Korea, accounting for a 48% share of total exports. Moreover, melon seed exports to Japan exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Algeria (X kg), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by China (X kg), with a 7.5% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Japan stood at +26.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Algeria (+17.1% per year) and China (+31.4% per year).

In value terms, Japan ($X) remains the key foreign market for melon seed exports from South Korea, comprising 85% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Algeria ($X), with a 2.4% share of total exports. It was followed by Russia, with a 2.1% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Japan stood at +15.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Algeria (+22.8% per year) and Russia (+205.4% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average melon seed export price amounted to $X per kg, growing by 61% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average export price increased by 561%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per kg. From 2014 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per kg), while the average price for exports to India ($X per kg) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Russia (+106.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Melon Seed Imports

Imports into Republic of Korea

In 2022, purchases abroad of melon seed decreased by -6.8% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after four years of growth. Overall, imports, however, recorded significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 230%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, melon seed imports totaled $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 248%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Thailand (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of melon seed to South Korea, with a 53% share of total imports. Moreover, melon seed imports from Thailand exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X kg), twofold. Myanmar (X kg) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 13% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Thailand amounted to +105.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+8.4% per year) and Myanmar (+39.5% per year).

In value terms, the largest melon seed suppliers to South Korea were Thailand ($X), Myanmar ($X) and China ($X), together accounting for 75% of total imports. Japan, Taiwan (Chinese) and India lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.

Taiwan (Chinese), with a CAGR of +225.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average melon seed import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 12% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a pronounced curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 54% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while the price for India ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (+99.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Nigeria remains the largest melon seed consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 59% of total volume. Moreover, melon seed consumption in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Sudan, eightfold. Democratic Republic of the Congo ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.7% share.
The country with the largest volume of melon seed production was Nigeria, comprising approx. 59% of total volume. Moreover, melon seed production in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Sudan, eightfold. Democratic Republic of the Congo ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.7% share.
In value terms, Thailand constituted the largest supplier of melon seed to South Korea, comprising 43% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by Japan, with a 18% share.
In value terms, Japan remains the key foreign market for melon seed exports from South Korea, comprising 82% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 8.3% share of total exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 4% share.
In 2020, the average melon seed export price amounted to $5,042 per ton, reducing by -9.1% against the previous year.
In 2020, the average melon seed import price amounted to $150,578 per ton, declining by -11.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the melon seed market in Republic of Korea. 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 299 - Melonseed

Country coverage:

  • South Korea

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Republic of Korea
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
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  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
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  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 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. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
  8. 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. 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. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. 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
  12. 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

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