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Sri Lanka: Date Market 2025

Date Market Size in Sri Lanka

In 2022, the Sri Lankan date market decreased by -9.8% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, consumption, however, saw resilient growth. Date consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

Date Exports

Exports from Sri Lanka

In 2022, the amount of dates exported from Sri Lanka declined dramatically to X tons, reducing by -94.1% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports showed a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 385%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, date exports declined notably to $X in 2022. In general, exports saw a abrupt decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 595%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Norway (X tons) was the main destination for date exports from Sri Lanka, with a 75% share of total exports. Moreover, date exports to Norway exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Germany (X kg), threefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Norway totaled +71.7%.

In value terms, Norway ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for dates exports from Sri Lanka, comprising 75% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with a 24% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Norway stood at +44.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The average date export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a slight shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 85% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Norway ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Germany amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Qatar (+18.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Date Imports

Imports into Sri Lanka

After two years of growth, purchases abroad of dates decreased by -9.5% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a measured increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +29.7% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 29% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, date imports fell to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, posted a prominent expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 74% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Pakistan (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of date to Sri Lanka, accounting for a 46% share of total imports. Moreover, date imports from Pakistan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Iraq (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Saudi Arabia (X tons), with a 20% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Pakistan stood at +102.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Iraq (+25.5% per year) and Saudi Arabia (+11.9% per year).

In value terms, the largest date suppliers to Sri Lanka were Pakistan ($X), Saudi Arabia ($X) and Iraq ($X), together comprising 87% of total imports. Iran, India and Tunisia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 12%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Tunisia, with a CAGR of +188.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average date import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 34%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2021, and then contracted modestly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the price for Iraq ($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 Arab Emirates (+15.9%), 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 dates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of date consumption in 2021 were Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Iran, together accounting for 43% of global consumption. Algeria, Iraq, Pakistan, Sudan, India, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Morocco, Tunisia and Libya lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 45%.

What are the largest producers of dates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of date production in 2021 were Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Iran, together accounting for 48% of global production. Algeria, Iraq, Pakistan, Sudan, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Tunisia, Libya and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 45%.

What are the leading suppliers of dates to Sri Lanka?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of date to Sri Lanka, comprising 74% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Saudi Arabia, with a 9.9% share of total imports. It was followed by Pakistan, with a 9.7% share.

What are the leading importers of dates from Sri Lanka?

In value terms, India, Pakistan and Maldives appeared to be the largest markets for date exported from Sri Lanka worldwide, together comprising 66% of total exports. These countries were followed by the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Qatar, which together accounted for a further 21%.

What is the average export price for dates in Sri Lanka?

The average date export price stood at $3,318 per ton in 2021, which is down by -12.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for dates in Sri Lanka?

In 2021, the average date import price amounted to $1,190 per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the date market in Sri Lanka. 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 577 - Dates

Country coverage:

Sri Lanka

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Sri Lanka
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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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 2012–2024
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