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Sri Lanka: Melon Seed Market 2024

Melon Seed Market Size in Sri Lanka

In 2022, the Sri Lankan melon seed market decreased by -88.2% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a sharp reduction. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Melon Seed Exports

Exports from Sri Lanka

In 2022, the amount of melon seed exported from Sri Lanka reduced to X kg, declining by -12.5% on the previous year. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 375% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X kg. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, melon seed exports fell remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, posted a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 361% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Maldives (X kg) was the main destination for melon seed exports from Sri Lanka, accounting for a 71% share of total exports. Moreover, melon seed exports to Maldives exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the Netherlands (X kg), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Maldives amounted to +17.5%.

In value terms, Maldives ($X) remains the key foreign market for melon seed exports from Sri Lanka, comprising 84% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with an 8.2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Maldives stood at +18.0%.

Export Prices by Country

The average melon seed export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -4.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a mild decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 212% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Maldives ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Oman (+50.4%).

Melon Seed Imports

Imports into Sri Lanka

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of melon seed, when their volume decreased by -86.6% to X kg. Over the period under review, imports faced a dramatic curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 1,747%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, melon seed imports dropped dramatically to $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed a precipitous descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 1,817%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X kg) constituted the largest melon seed supplier to Sri Lanka, with a 83% share of total imports. Moreover, melon seed imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X kg), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China stood at +5.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (-17.0% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (0.0% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of melon seed to Sri Lanka, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by India ($X), with an 18% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled +9.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (-22.2% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (0.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average melon seed import price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -83.8% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a precipitous setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 18%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

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 the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+4.1%), 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 melon seed in the world?

Nigeria constituted the country with the largest volume of melon seed consumption, accounting for 59% of total volume. Moreover, melon seed consumption in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Sudan, eightfold. Democratic Republic of the Congo ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.7% share.

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

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

What are the leading suppliers of melon seed to Sri Lanka?

In value terms, the U.S. constituted the largest supplier of melon seed to Sri Lanka, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China $61), with a 1.3% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of melon seed from Sri Lanka?

In value terms, Maldives $178) remains the key foreign market for melon seed exports from Sri Lanka, comprising 84% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the U.S. $34), with a 16% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for melon seed in Sri Lanka?

In 2020, the average melon seed export price amounted to $3,533 per ton, shrinking by -2.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for melon seed in Sri Lanka?

The average melon seed import price stood at $12,367 per ton in 2020, declining by -19.3% against the previous year.

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

Country coverage:

Sri Lanka

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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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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
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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