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Saudi Arabia: Pineapple Market 2025

Pineapple Market Size in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, the Saudi pineapple market was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated moderate growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by -29.3% against 2019 indices. Pineapple consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Pineapple Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

Pineapple exports from Saudi Arabia soared to X tons in 2022, jumping by 73% on the previous year. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 22,222% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, pineapple exports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 17,500% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Sudan (X tons) was the main destination for pineapple exports from Saudi Arabia, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Sudan amounted to +51.3%.

In value terms, Sudan ($X) also remains the key foreign market for pineapples exports from Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Sudan amounted to +33.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average pineapple export price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -20.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a notable expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 87%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Kuwait amounted to +12.0% per year.

Pineapple Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2022, supplies from abroad of pineapples was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 20%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, pineapple imports expanded notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated notable growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports decreased by -26.0% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 27%. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the Philippines (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of pineapple to Saudi Arabia, with a 65% share of total imports. Moreover, pineapple imports from the Philippines exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Kenya (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the Philippines was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Kenya (+5.0% per year) and Indonesia (+11.4% per year).

In value terms, the Philippines ($X) constituted the largest supplier of pineapples to Saudi Arabia, comprising 68% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Kenya ($X), with an 18% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the Philippines amounted to +1.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Kenya (+7.8% per year) and Indonesia (+15.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average pineapple import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -1.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 17% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Philippines ($X per ton), while the price for Kenya ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+7.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for pineapples in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of pineapple consumption in 2021 were the Philippines, China and Brazil, with a combined 26% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of pineapples in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of pineapple production in 2021 were Costa Rica, the Philippines and Brazil, together accounting for 29% of global production. These countries were followed by Indonesia, China, India, Thailand, Nigeria, Mexico, Colombia, Vietnam, Ghana and Angola, which together accounted for a further 48%.

What are the leading suppliers of pineapples to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the Philippines, the United Arab Emirates and Indonesia constituted the largest pineapple suppliers to Saudi Arabia, with a combined 76% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of pineapples from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Bahrain remains the key foreign market for pineapple exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 42% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Yemen, with a 20% share of total exports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates, with a 13% share.

What is the average export price for pineapples in Saudi Arabia?

In 2021, the average pineapple export price amounted to $928 per ton, picking up by 7.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for pineapples in Saudi Arabia?

The average pineapple import price stood at $795 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -5.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pineapple market in Saudi Arabia. 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 574 - Pineapples

Country coverage:

Saudi Arabia

Data coverage:

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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