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South Africa: Kiwi Fruit Market 2025

Kiwi Fruit Market Size in South Africa

The South African kiwi fruit market dropped to $X in 2022, shrinking by X% 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). The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Kiwi Fruit Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, kiwi fruit exports from South Africa amounted to X tons, flattening at the previous year. In general, exports showed a resilient increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, kiwi fruit exports declined to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then fell in the following year.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Angola (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) were the main destinations of kiwi fruit exports from South Africa, with a combined X% share of total exports. Zambia, Mozambique, Namibia, Botswana, Kenya, Canada, Uganda, Italy and France lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Canada (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Canada ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for kiwi fruit exported from South Africa worldwide, with a combined X% share of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Canada, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average kiwi fruit export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, enjoyed prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2021, and then dropped slightly in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Angola ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Canada (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Kiwi Fruit Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, overseas purchases of kiwi fruits increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after four years of decline. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, kiwi fruit imports declined to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

Imports by Country

New Zealand (X tons), Greece (X tons) and Italy (X tons) were the main suppliers of kiwi fruit imports to South Africa.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Greece (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest kiwi fruit suppliers to South Africa were Greece ($X), New Zealand ($X) and Italy ($X).

Greece, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average kiwi fruit import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average import price increased by X%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Greece (X%), 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 kiwi fruit in the world?

The country with the largest volume of kiwi fruit consumption was China, comprising approx. 48% of total volume. Moreover, kiwi fruit consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, New Zealand, sevenfold. Italy ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7% share.

What are the largest producers of kiwi fruit in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of kiwi fruit production, accounting for 49% of total volume. Moreover, kiwi fruit production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, New Zealand, threefold. Italy ranked third in terms of total production with a 12% share.

What are the leading suppliers of kiwi fruit to South Africa?

In value terms, New Zealand constituted the largest supplier of kiwi fruit to South Africa, comprising 55% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 25% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of kiwi fruit from South Africa?

In value terms, the largest markets for kiwi fruit exported from South Africa were the UK, the Netherlands and the United Arab Emirates, together comprising 41% of total exports.

What is the average export price for kiwi fruit in South Africa?

In 2021, the average kiwi fruit export price amounted to $2,748 per ton, growing by 6.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for kiwi fruit in South Africa?

The average kiwi fruit import price stood at $1,855 per ton in 2021, surging by 8.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kiwi fruit 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 592 - Kiwi fruit

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