Sudan: Pineapple Market 2025

Pineapple Market Size in Sudan

The Sudanese pineapple market was estimated at $X in 2022, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Overall, the total consumption indicated tangible growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by -1.4% against 2020 indices. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Pineapple Production in Sudan

In value terms, pineapple production rose modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 142%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

The average yield of pineapples in Sudan dropped slightly to X tons per ha in 2022, standing approx. at 2021. Overall, the yield saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 0.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average pineapple yield hit record highs at X tons per ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the yield failed to regain momentum. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The pineapple harvested area in Sudan reached X ha in 2022, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area, however, showed a perceptible curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the harvested area increased by 14%. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to pineapple production reached the peak figure at X ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the harvested area stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Pineapple Exports

Exports from Sudan

After two years of growth, shipments abroad of pineapples decreased by -97.6% to X kg in 2018. In general, exports continue to indicate a dramatic contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 1,910%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017, and then fell remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, pineapple exports reduced rapidly to $X in 2018. Overall, exports faced a sharp reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 1,200%. The exports peaked at $X in 2017, and then reduced dramatically in the following year.

Exports by Country

Switzerland (X kg) was the main destination for pineapple exports from Sudan, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of volume to Switzerland was relatively modest.

In value terms, Switzerland ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for pineapples exports from Sudan.

From 2014 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Switzerland was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2018, the average pineapple export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 151% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded prominent growth. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Switzerland.

From 2014 to 2018, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Seychelles amounted to +2.7% per year.

Pineapple Imports

Imports into Sudan

In 2022, supplies from abroad of pineapples decreased by -37.7% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 577%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then dropped remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, pineapple imports dropped notably to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 841%. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then plummeted in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Saudi Arabia (X tons) constituted the largest pineapple supplier to Sudan, accounting for a 72% share of total imports. Moreover, pineapple imports from Saudi Arabia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, South Africa (X tons), fivefold. India (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 5.3% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Saudi Arabia totaled +42.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: South Africa (+36.2% per year) and India (+27.1% per year).

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of pineapples to Sudan, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Africa ($X), with a 5.2% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 2.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Saudi Arabia totaled +47.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: South Africa (+50.5% per year) and India (+46.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average pineapple import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average import price increased by 63% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

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 Saudi Arabia ($X per ton), while the price for Chile ($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 (+19.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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