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Thailand: Melon Seed Market 2024

Melon Seed Market Size in Thailand

The Thai melon seed market expanded markedly to $X in 2022, surging by 8.6% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed noticeable growth. Melon seed consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Melon Seed Exports

Exports from Thailand

In 2022, shipments abroad of melon seed increased by 40% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Overall, exports showed a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 587% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, melon seed exports expanded rapidly to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 220%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), the United States (X tons) and Vietnam (X tons) were the main destinations of melon seed exports from Thailand, with a combined 64% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (with a CAGR of +53.7%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for melon seed exported from Thailand were Vietnam ($X), Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) and the Netherlands ($X), with a combined 57% share of total exports. The United States, Japan, India and Singapore lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Singapore, with a CAGR of +70.7%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average melon seed export price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -19.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a temperate increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 187%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2021, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States ($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 Singapore (+24.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Melon Seed Imports

Imports into Thailand

In 2022, the amount of melon seed imported into Thailand fell to X tons, approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, imports recorded a pronounced slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 165% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, melon seed imports rose significantly to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 220%. Imports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) was the main supplier of melon seed to Thailand, accounting for a approx. 98% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China stood at -4.3%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of melon seed to Thailand.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from China totaled +9.9%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average melon seed import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 56% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +14.9% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Democratic Republic of the Congo, 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, comprising approx. 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 Thailand?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of melon seed to Thailand.

What are the leading importers of melon seed from Thailand?

In value terms, the Netherlands, Vietnam and the U.S. appeared to be the largest markets for melon seed exported from Thailand worldwide, together comprising 60% of total exports.

What is the average export price for melon seed in Thailand?

In 2020, the average melon seed export price amounted to $179,762 per ton, picking up by 199% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for melon seed in Thailand?

In 2020, the average melon seed import price amounted to $2,735 per ton, increasing by 7.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the melon seed market in Thailand. 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:

Thailand

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Thailand
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 2012–2023
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