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Romania: Hazelnut Market 2025

Hazelnut Market Size in Romania

In 2021, the Romanian hazelnut market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a significant expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Hazelnut Production in Romania

In value terms, hazelnut production declined to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 236% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

In 2021, the average yield of hazelnuts in Romania fell significantly to X tons per ha, with a decrease of -48.9% on the year before. In general, the yield saw a noticeable curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 730%. As a result, the yield reached the peak level of X tons per ha, and then declined rapidly in the following year. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The hazelnut harvested area in Romania reached X ha in 2021, increasing by 13% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, the harvested area posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the harvested area increased by 149%. The hazelnut harvested area peaked at X ha in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.

Hazelnut Exports

Exports from Romania

In 2021, hazelnut exports from Romania contracted remarkably to X tons, which is down by -73.6% against 2020 figures. In general, exports, however, showed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 646% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then declined notably in the following year.

In value terms, hazelnut exports reduced remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 657% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then declined markedly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Italy (X tons) was the main destination for hazelnut exports from Romania, accounting for a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Italy stood at +271.0%.

In value terms, Italy ($X) also remains the key foreign market for hazelnut exports from Romania.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Italy stood at +262.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The average hazelnut export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 15% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 90%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Italy.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Italy amounted to -2.4% per year.

Hazelnut Imports

Imports into Romania

Hazelnut imports into Romania surged to X tons in 2021, increasing by 33% against 2020. In general, imports continue to indicate a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 266% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, hazelnut imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports posted a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 179%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Slovakia (X tons), Poland (X tons) and Greece (X tons) were the main suppliers of hazelnut imports to Romania, together accounting for 91% of total imports. Bulgaria, Hungary, Germany and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 6.7%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Hungary (with a CAGR of +147.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Slovakia ($X), Poland ($X) and Greece ($X) appeared to be the largest hazelnut suppliers to Romania, with a combined 86% share of total imports. Bulgaria, Germany, Hungary and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 10%.

Hungary, with a CAGR of +154.3%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of 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 hazelnut import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 14% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a perceptible decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 26% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+4.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of hazelnut consumption was Turkey, accounting for 66% of total volume. Moreover, hazelnut consumption in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Italy, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by China, with a 5.9% share.
Turkey remains the largest hazelnut producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 67% of total volume. Moreover, hazelnut production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Italy, sevenfold. China ranked third in terms of total production with a 5% share.
In value terms, Poland constituted the largest supplier of hazelnut to Romania.
In value terms, Italy remains the key foreign market for hazelnut exports from Romania.
The average hazelnut export price stood at $3,641 per ton in 2020, surging by 13% against the previous year.
The average hazelnut import price stood at $2,739 per ton in 2020, reducing by -8.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the hazelnut market in Romania. 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 225 - Hazelnuts (Filberts)

Country coverage:

  • Romania

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Romania
  • 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
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
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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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