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Saudi Arabia: Pistachio Market 2025

Pistachio Market Size in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi pistachio market expanded rapidly to $X in 2022, with an increase of 15% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption recorded a strong expansion. Pistachio consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Pistachio Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2022, overseas shipments of pistachios decreased by -12.2% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, exports showed a abrupt shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 970% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, pistachio exports declined to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded a mild descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 1,132% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Bahrain (X tons) was the main destination for pistachio exports from Saudi Arabia, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Bahrain totaled +41.3%.

In value terms, Bahrain ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for pistachios exports from Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Bahrain totaled +54.5%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average pistachio export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 1.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a noticeable expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the average export price increased by 84% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to +9.5% per year.

Pistachio Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2022, approx. X tons of pistachios were imported into Saudi Arabia; increasing by 9.6% against 2021 figures. In general, total imports indicated a buoyant expansion from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +7.0% 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 -8.0% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 62%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, pistachio imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 65%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of pistachio to Saudi Arabia, accounting for a 70% share of total imports. Moreover, pistachio imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Syrian Arab Republic (X tons), fourfold. Turkey (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 8.8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States totaled +27.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Syrian Arab Republic (+8.2% per year) and Turkey (+13.2% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of pistachios to Saudi Arabia, comprising 66% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Syrian Arab Republic ($X), with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by Turkey, with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States totaled +33.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Syrian Arab Republic (+19.2% per year) and Turkey (+20.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average pistachio import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 6.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 72% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Syrian Arab Republic (+10.1%), 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 pistachios in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of pistachio consumption in 2021 were Iran, the United States and China, with a combined 54% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of pistachios in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of pistachio production in 2021 were the United States, Iran and Turkey, with a combined 81% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of pistachios to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the United States, Syrian Arab Republic and Turkey were the largest pistachio suppliers to Saudi Arabia, together comprising 90% of total imports. These countries were followed by the United Arab Emirates and Jordan, which together accounted for a further 8.2%.

What are the leading importers of pistachios from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates, Turkey and Bahrain appeared to be the largest markets for pistachio exported from Saudi Arabia worldwide, together accounting for 97% of total exports. Malaysia and Yemen lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 3.2%.

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

In 2021, the average pistachio export price amounted to $8,287 per ton, surging by 3.4% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average pistachio import price amounted to $9,274 per ton, with a decrease of -4.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pistachio 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 223 - Pistachios

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

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