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United Arab Emirates: Market for Cherries and Sour Cherries 2025

Market Size for Cherries and Sour Cherries in the United Arab Emirates

In 2022, the cherry and sour cherry market in the United Arab Emirates decreased by -20.3% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate resilient growth. Cherry and sour cherry consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted sharply in the following year.

Exports of Cherries and Sour Cherries

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

In 2022, shipments abroad of cherries and sour cherries increased by 29% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, exports, however, saw a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 929%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cherry and sour cherry exports declined to $X in 2022. Overall, exports posted a notable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 261%. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

India (X tons) was the main destination for cherry and sour cherry exports from the United Arab Emirates, accounting for a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to India totaled +628.4%.

In value terms, India ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for cherries and sour cherries exports from the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to India totaled +950.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cherry and sour cherry export price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -25.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the average export price increased by 200% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to +44.3% per year.

Imports of Cherries and Sour Cherries

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

In 2022, supplies from abroad of cherries and sour cherries decreased by -35.3% 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 relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 65%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cherry and sour cherry imports fell to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 36%. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then shrank in the following year.

Imports by Country

Argentina (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and Canada (X tons) were the main suppliers of cherry and sour cherry imports to the United Arab Emirates, with a combined 62% share of total imports. South Africa, Chile, Spain, the United States and Australia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by South Africa (with a CAGR of +113.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest cherry and sour cherry suppliers to the United Arab Emirates were Canada ($X), Argentina ($X) and South Africa ($X), with a combined 49% share of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, South Africa, with a CAGR of +117.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average cherry and sour cherry import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 40% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a resilient increase. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (+7.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cherries and sour cherries in the world?

The country with the largest volume of cherry and sour cherry consumption was Turkey, accounting for 21% of total volume. Moreover, cherry and sour cherry consumption in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.1% share.

What are the largest producers of cherries and sour cherries in the world?

Turkey remains the largest cherry and sour cherry producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 22% of total volume. Moreover, cherry and sour cherry production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cherries and sour cherries to the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Turkey, Spain and Chile constituted the largest cherry and sour cherry suppliers to the United Arab Emirates, with a combined 61% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for cherries and sour cherries in the United Arab Emirates?

In 2021, the average cherry and sour cherry export price amounted to $1,227 per ton, shrinking by -57.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cherries and sour cherries in the United Arab Emirates?

In 2021, the average cherry and sour cherry import price amounted to $7,218 per ton, picking up by 37% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for cherry and sour cherry in the United Arab Emirates. 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 530 - Sour cherries
FCL 531 - Cherries

Country coverage:

United Arab Emirates

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the United Arab Emirates
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