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Sri Lanka: Papaya Market 2025

Papaya Market Size in Sri Lanka

For the seventh consecutive year, the Sri Lankan papaya market recorded decline in sales value, which decreased by -15.7% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption showed a sharp slump. Papaya consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Papaya Production in Sri Lanka

In value terms, papaya production declined to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a perceptible descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 14%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

The average yield of papayas in Sri Lanka totaled less than X kg per ha in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the year before. Over the period under review, the yield showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, approx. less than X ha of papayas were harvested in Sri Lanka; leveling off at the previous year's figure. In general, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Papaya Exports

Exports from Sri Lanka

In 2022, the amount of papayas exported from Sri Lanka amounted to X tons, flattening at 2021. In general, exports enjoyed a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 47% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, papaya exports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports posted a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 37% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main destination for papaya exports from Sri Lanka, accounting for a 97% share of total exports. It was followed by Qatar (X tons), with a 1.7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United Arab Emirates amounted to +20.4%.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) remains the key foreign market for papayas exports from Sri Lanka, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Qatar ($X), with a 5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United Arab Emirates totaled +14.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The average papaya export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Qatar ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates 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 (-1.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Papaya Imports

Imports into Sri Lanka

In 2022, purchases abroad of papayas decreased by -94.6% to X kg, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a precipitous descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 683% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, papaya imports dropped markedly to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a abrupt slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 1,537% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the UK (X kg) was the main papaya supplier to Sri Lanka, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the UK was relatively modest.

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of papayas to Sri Lanka.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the UK was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average papaya import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 129% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded significant growth. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Thailand amounted to +8.8% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for papayas in the world?

The country with the largest volume of papaya consumption was India, accounting for 44% of total volume. Moreover, papaya consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the Dominican Republic, fivefold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.4% share.

What are the largest producers of papayas in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of papaya production, comprising approx. 44% of total volume. Moreover, papaya production in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the Dominican Republic, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with an 8.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of papayas to Sri Lanka?

In value terms, Thailand constituted the largest supplier of papaya to Sri Lanka, comprising 96% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India $52), with a 3.7% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of papayas from Sri Lanka?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates remains the key foreign market for papaya exports from Sri Lanka, comprising 65% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Qatar, with a 14% share of total exports.

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

In 2021, the average papaya export price amounted to $497 per ton, surging by 15% against the previous year.

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

The average papaya import price stood at $1,673 per ton in 2021, reducing by -81% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the papaya 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 600 - Papayas

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

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