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United Kingdom: Avocado Market 2024

Avocado Market Size in the UK

The UK avocado market declined to $X in 2022, waning by -13.5% 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). Overall, consumption showed a strong increase. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Avocado Exports

Exports from the UK

In 2022, exports of avocados from the UK reached X tons, increasing by 2.2% on 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 187% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, avocado exports declined modestly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 122% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Ireland (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main destinations of avocado exports from the UK, together comprising 96% 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 Spain (with a CAGR of +44.3%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Ireland ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Germany ($X) were the largest markets for avocado exported from the UK worldwide, with a combined 95% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of +31.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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 avocado export price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 63%. 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.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain ($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 France (+3.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Avocado Imports

Imports into the UK

In 2022, the amount of avocados imported into the UK reached X tons, approximately reflecting 2021 figures. Over the period under review, imports showed a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 46% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, avocado imports declined remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 52%. Imports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Peru (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of avocado to the UK, with a 35% share of total imports. Moreover, avocado imports from Peru exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Israel (X tons), twofold. Chile (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Peru totaled +24.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Israel (+13.2% per year) and Chile (+9.4% per year).

In value terms, Peru ($X), Israel ($X) and Chile ($X) were the largest avocado suppliers to the UK, together comprising 62% of total imports. South Africa, Colombia, Spain, the Dominican Republic, Germany and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 27%.

Colombia, with a CAGR of +63.1%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average avocado import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -17.9% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.3%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the average import price increased by 33% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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 Germany ($X per ton), while the price for the Dominican Republic ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+19.5%), 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 avocados in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of avocado consumption in 2020 were Mexico, the United States and the Dominican Republic, with a combined 42% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Colombia, Indonesia, Brazil, Kenya, Peru, Haiti, China, France, Guatemala and Canada, which together accounted for a further 32%.

What are the largest producers of avocados in the world?

The country with the largest volume of avocado production was Mexico, accounting for 32% of total volume. Moreover, avocado production in Mexico exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the Dominican Republic, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Peru, with an 8.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of avocados to the UK?

In value terms, Peru, Chile and Israel were the largest avocado suppliers to the UK, with a combined 47% share of total imports. Spain, South Africa, Germany, the Netherlands, Mexico and Colombia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 46%.

What are the leading importers of avocados from the UK?

In value terms, the largest markets for avocado exported from the UK were Ireland, the Netherlands and Germany, with a combined 82% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for avocados in the UK?

In 2020, the average avocado export price amounted to $4,312 per ton, with an increase of 6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for avocados in the UK?

The average avocado import price stood at $2,396 per ton in 2020, declining by -6.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the avocado market in the UK. 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 572 - Avocados

Country coverage:

United Kingdom

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the UK
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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