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Uruguay: Spinach Market 2025

Spinach Market Size in Uruguay

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in the Uruguayan spinach market, when its value increased by 1,383% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a pronounced downturn. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Spinach Production in Uruguay

In value terms, spinach production expanded rapidly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 17%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In 2022, the average yield of spinach in Uruguay totaled less than X kg per ha, remaining stable against the year before. In general, the yield recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The spinach harvested area in Uruguay totaled less than X ha in 2022, approximately equating the previous year's figure. Overall, the harvested area saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

Spinach Exports

Exports from Uruguay

After three years of growth, overseas shipments of spinach decreased by -49% to X kg in 2022. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 225% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X kg, and then reduced dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, spinach exports dropped significantly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 268% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

Exports by Country

The UK (X kg) was the main destination for spinach exports from Uruguay, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2016 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the UK amounted to +44.6%.

In value terms, the UK ($X) also remains the key foreign market for spinach exports from Uruguay.

From 2016 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the UK amounted to +43.5%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average spinach export price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 28% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2016 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the UK amounted to -0.8% per year.

Spinach Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, the amount of spinach imported into Uruguay totaled X kg, almost unchanged from the previous year's figure. Overall, imports continue to indicate a precipitous setback. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2017. Imports peaked at X kg in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, spinach imports stood at $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a precipitous slump. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2017. Imports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X kg) was the main supplier of spinach to Uruguay, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2016 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Brazil totaled -51.8%.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of spinach to Uruguay.

From 2016 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Brazil totaled -37.2%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average spinach import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price decreased by 99.9%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2016 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Brazil amounted to +30.3% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for spinach in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of spinach consumption, comprising approx. 92% of total volume.

What are the largest producers of spinach in the world?

China remains the largest spinach producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 92% of total volume.

What are the leading suppliers of spinach to Uruguay?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of spinach to Uruguay.

What are the leading importers of spinach from Uruguay?

In value terms, the UK $92) remains the key foreign market for spinach exports from Uruguay.

What is the average export price for spinach in Uruguay?

The average spinach export price stood at $2,300 per ton in 2021, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

What is the average import price for spinach in Uruguay?

The average spinach import price stood at $3,299 per ton in 2019, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the spinach market in Uruguay. 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 373 - Spinach

Country coverage:

Uruguay

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Uruguay
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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