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Saudi Arabia: Strawberry Market 2024

Strawberry Market Size in Saudi Arabia

For the third year in a row, the Saudi strawberry market recorded decline in sales value, which decreased by 99.9% to less than $X in 2022. Overall, consumption posted a resilient increase. Strawberry consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Strawberry Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, strawberry production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, production hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

The average yield of strawberries in Saudi Arabia stood at less than X kg per ha in 2022, 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 strawberries were harvested in Saudi Arabia; therefore, remained relatively stable against the year before. Over the period under review, the harvested area continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Strawberry Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

After two years of growth, overseas shipments of strawberries decreased by -14.6% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 13,337%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then shrank in the following year.

In value terms, strawberry exports fell markedly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 17,196% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2021, and then dropped rapidly in the following year.

Exports by Country

From 2014 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to No country was relatively modest.

From 2014 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to No country was relatively modest.

Strawberry Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

Strawberry imports into Saudi Arabia fell to X tons in 2021, reducing by -5.8% on the previous year's figure. Overall, total imports indicated a temperate expansion from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports decreased by -13.9% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 59%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, strawberry imports dropped to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 48%. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Egypt (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of strawberry to Saudi Arabia, with a 57% share of total imports. Moreover, strawberry imports from Egypt exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (X tons), threefold. Jordan (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 13% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Egypt amounted to +1.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (+3.1% per year) and Jordan (+46.8% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of strawberries to Saudi Arabia, comprising 56% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Egypt ($X), with a 21% share of total imports. It was followed by Mexico, with a 6.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States amounted to +17.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Egypt (-6.1% per year) and Mexico (+53.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average strawberry import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, leveling off at the previous year. In general, import price indicated notable growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, strawberry import price increased by +8.9% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 an increase of 29%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+13.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for strawberries in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of strawberry consumption, comprising approx. 36% of total volume. Moreover, strawberry consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Egypt, with a 6.1% share.

What are the largest producers of strawberries in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of strawberry production, comprising approx. 36% of total volume. Moreover, strawberry production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. Mexico ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of strawberries to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of strawberry to Saudi Arabia, comprising 63% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Egypt, with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by Ethiopia, with a 7% share.

What are the leading importers of strawberries from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Bahrain remains the key foreign market for strawberry exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 88% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Kuwait, with an 11% share of total exports.

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

The average strawberry export price stood at $2,220 per ton in 2021, picking up by 110% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average strawberry import price amounted to $2,490 per ton, dropping by -23.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the strawberry 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 544 - Strawberries

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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023