Switzerland: Onion And Shallot Market 2024

Onion And Shallot Market Size in Switzerland

The Swiss onion and shallot market expanded significantly to $X in 2022, picking up by 8.8% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Onion And Shallot Production in Switzerland

In value terms, onion and shallot production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.1% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 24% against the previous year. Onion and shallot production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

The average yield of onions and shallots in Switzerland fell slightly to X tons per ha in 2022, remaining relatively unchanged against 2021 figures. Over the period under review, the yield continues to indicate a slight decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the yield increased by 17%. Over the period under review, the average onion and shallot yield reached the maximum level at X tons per ha in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the yield stood at a somewhat lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, the total area harvested in terms of onions and shallots production in Switzerland dropped to X ha, reducing by -5% on the previous year's figure. In general, the total harvested area indicated tangible growth from 2012 to 2022: its figure increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, onion and shallot harvested area increased by +49.2% against 2013 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 11% against the previous year. As a result, the harvested area attained the peak level of X ha, and then contracted in the following year.

Onion And Shallot Exports

Exports from Switzerland

In 2022, the amount of onions and shallots exported from Switzerland surged to X tons, picking up by 222% on 2021 figures. Over the period under review, exports saw prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 914%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, onion and shallot exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 518% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Italy (X tons) was the main destination for onion and shallot exports from Switzerland, accounting for a 62% share of total exports. Moreover, onion and shallot exports to Italy exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, France (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Italy totaled +81.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: France (-3.2% per year) and the Netherlands (+37.2% per year).

In value terms, Italy ($X) remains the key foreign market for onions and shallots exports from Switzerland, comprising 84% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with an 8.3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Italy amounted to +106.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Netherlands (+29.3% per year) and France (+1.8% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average onion and shallot export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -8.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a remarkable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 336%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to France ($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 Italy (+13.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Onion And Shallot Imports

Imports into Switzerland

In 2022, approx. X tons of onions and shallots were imported into Switzerland; jumping by 64% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports continue to indicate buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 124% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, onion and shallot imports rose sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 51% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), France (X tons) and Italy (X tons) were the main suppliers of onion and shallot imports to Switzerland, together comprising 82% of total imports. Germany, Denmark, Spain, Austria, Egypt and New Zealand lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 16%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Austria (with a CAGR of +120.8%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest onion and shallot suppliers to Switzerland were Italy ($X), France ($X) and the Netherlands ($X), together comprising 79% of total imports. Germany, Spain, Denmark, Austria, Egypt and New Zealand lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 18%.

Denmark, with a CAGR of +91.1%, 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

The average onion and shallot import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -33.5% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price increased by 39%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the price for Denmark ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by New Zealand (+4.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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