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South Africa: Melon Seed Market 2024

Melon Seed Market Size in South Africa

The South African melon seed market surged to $X in 2022, increasing by 16% 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 showed a significant expansion. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Melon Seed Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, approx. X tons of melon seed were exported from South Africa; rising by 3% against the previous year. In general, exports showed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 187% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, melon seed exports shrank significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 2,408% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Lesotho (X kg), Zimbabwe (X kg) and Zambia (X kg) were the main destinations of melon seed exports from South Africa, with a combined 74% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Lesotho (with a CAGR of +14.2%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for melon seed exported from South Africa were Zimbabwe ($X), Zambia ($X) and Japan ($X), together comprising 67% of total exports. Namibia, Germany, Lesotho, Mozambique and France lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 15%.

Lesotho, with a CAGR of +11.5%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to 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 2022, the average melon seed export price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -22.2% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by 778% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Lesotho ($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 the United States (+692.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Melon Seed Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, approx. X tons of melon seed were imported into South Africa; increasing by 19% on 2021. Overall, imports enjoyed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 1,824%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, melon seed imports rose significantly to $X in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 1,515% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest melon seed supplier to South Africa, accounting for a 59% share of total imports. Moreover, melon seed imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by India (X tons), with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States totaled +76.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+69.8% per year) and India (+43.4% per year).

In value terms, Peru ($X), the United States ($X) and China ($X) appeared to be the largest melon seed suppliers to South Africa, with a combined 70% share of total imports.

The United States, with a CAGR of +122.1%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average melon seed import price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -9.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 110%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then shrank in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Peru ($X per ton), while the price for the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+25.8%), 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 melon seed in the world?

The country with the largest volume of melon seed consumption was Nigeria, accounting for 59% of total volume. Moreover, melon seed consumption in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Sudan, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Democratic Republic of the Congo, with a 6.7% share.

What are the largest producers of melon seed in the world?

The country with the largest volume of melon seed production was Nigeria, comprising approx. 59% of total volume. Moreover, melon seed production in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Sudan, eightfold. Democratic Republic of the Congo ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of melon seed to South Africa?

In value terms, the largest melon seed suppliers to South Africa were the U.S., Thailand and Peru, with a combined 65% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of melon seed from South Africa?

In value terms, Mozambique, Germany and Malawi constituted the largest markets for melon seed exported from South Africa worldwide, together accounting for 80% of total exports.

What is the average export price for melon seed in South Africa?

In 2020, the average melon seed export price amounted to $5,352 per ton, shrinking by -44.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for melon seed in South Africa?

The average melon seed import price stood at $26,073 per ton in 2020, surging by 52% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the melon seed 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 299 - Melonseed

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
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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 2012–2023
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