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South Africa: Currant And Gooseberry Market 2025

Currant And Gooseberry Market Size in South Africa

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was decline in the South African currant and gooseberry market, when its value decreased by -2.2% to $X. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 6.7% against the previous year. Currant and gooseberry consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then declined in the following year.

Currant And Gooseberry Production in South Africa

In value terms, currant and gooseberry production fell to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 6.5%. Currant and gooseberry production peaked at $X in 2020, and then declined slightly in the following year.

Currant And Gooseberry Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2021, shipments abroad of currants and gooseberries increased by 13% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, exports continue to indicate a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 66% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, currant and gooseberry exports rose remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, exports posted a prominent expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 133%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Namibia (X tons), Botswana (X tons) and Angola (X tons) were the main destinations of currant and gooseberry exports from South Africa, with a combined 78% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Swaziland, the United Arab Emirates, Lesotho, Mozambique and Zimbabwe, which together accounted for a further 18%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +102.0%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Botswana ($X), Namibia ($X) and Swaziland ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for currant and gooseberry exported from South Africa worldwide, with a combined 64% share of total exports. Angola, the United Arab Emirates, Mozambique, Lesotho and Zimbabwe lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 27%.

The United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of +100.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average currant and gooseberry export price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -5.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a slight expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 56%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Mozambique ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Lesotho ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Swaziland (+8.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Currant And Gooseberry Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2021, the amount of currants and gooseberries imported into South Africa dropped markedly to X tons, shrinking by -51.2% compared with the previous year. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate slight growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 215%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, currant and gooseberry imports reduced rapidly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate a abrupt contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 305% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Zimbabwe (X tons) was the main supplier of currant and gooseberry to South Africa, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Zimbabwe stood at +3.0%.

In value terms, Zimbabwe ($X) constituted the largest supplier of currant and gooseberry to South Africa.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Zimbabwe totaled -5.2%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average currant and gooseberry import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 72% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average import price increased by 84% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Zimbabwe.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Zimbabwe amounted to -7.9% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for currants and gooseberries in the world?

The country with the largest volume of currant and gooseberry consumption was Russia, accounting for 58% of total volume. Moreover, currant and gooseberry consumption in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Poland, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of currants and gooseberries in the world?

The country with the largest volume of currant and gooseberry production was Russia, accounting for 58% of total volume. Moreover, currant and gooseberry production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Poland, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of currants and gooseberries to South Africa?

In value terms, Zimbabwe constituted the largest supplier of currant and gooseberry to South Africa, comprising 1,082% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Lesotho, with a 532% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of currants and gooseberries from South Africa?

In value terms, Namibia, Botswana and Swaziland appeared to be the largest markets for currant and gooseberry exported from South Africa worldwide, together accounting for 93% of total exports.

What is the average export price for currants and gooseberries in South Africa?

In 2020, the average currant and gooseberry export price amounted to $2,634 per ton, rising by 9.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for currants and gooseberries in South Africa?

In 2020, the average currant and gooseberry import price amounted to $6,438 per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the currant and gooseberry market in South Africa. 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 550 - Currants
FCL 549 - Gooseberries

Country coverage:

South Africa

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in South Africa
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