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Venezuela - Pumpkin (Squash and Gourds) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Venezuela: Pumpkin Market 2025

Pumpkin Market Size in Venezuela

The Venezuelan pumpkin market reached $X in 2022, approximately mirroring the previous year. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated measured growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by -0.8% against 2020 indices. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Pumpkin Production in Venezuela

In value terms, pumpkin production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a noticeable expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 131%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In 2022, the average pumpkin yield in Venezuela dropped slightly to X tons per ha, remaining stable against 2021. Over the period under review, the yield, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 10%. Over the period under review, the average pumpkin yield reached the maximum level at X tons per ha in 2021, and then fell modestly in the following year. 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 pumpkin (squash and gourds) production in Venezuela dropped to X ha, remaining stable against the previous year's figure. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the harvested area increased by 35%. The pumpkin harvested area peaked at X ha in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.

Pumpkin Exports

Exports from Venezuela

In 2016, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of pumpkin (squash and gourds), when their volume decreased by -95.1% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 12%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

In value terms, pumpkin exports reduced notably to $X in 2016. Overall, exports saw a significant decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 25%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

Exports by Country

Aruba (X tons) was the main destination for pumpkin exports from Venezuela, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2016, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Aruba amounted to -76.6%.

In value terms, Aruba ($X) also remains the key foreign market for pumpkin (squash and gourds) exports from Venezuela.

From 2014 to 2016, the average annual growth rate of value to Aruba amounted to -63.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The average pumpkin export price stood at $X per ton in 2016, with an increase of 114% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a significant expansion. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2014 to 2016, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Aruba amounted to +54.0% per year.

Pumpkin Imports

Imports into Venezuela

In 2018, imports of pumpkin (squash and gourds) into Venezuela contracted remarkably to X kg, which is down by -99.4% against the previous year. Overall, imports recorded a dramatic descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 107%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X kg, and then fell notably in the following year.

In value terms, pumpkin imports shrank notably to $X in 2018. Over the period under review, imports faced a sharp contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 107%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then reduced sharply in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2018, the Dominican Republic (X kg) was the main pumpkin supplier to Venezuela, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2013 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the Dominican Republic stood at -31.7%.

In value terms, the Dominican Republic ($X) constituted the largest supplier of pumpkin (squash and gourds) to Venezuela.

From 2013 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the Dominican Republic stood at -27.9%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2018, the average pumpkin import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -16.6% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 14%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2018, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2013 to 2018, the rate of growth in terms of prices for El Salvador amounted to +6.8% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for pumpkin (squash and gourds) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of pumpkin consumption in 2020 were China, India and the U.S., with a combined 51% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Ukraine, Russia, Bangladesh, Turkey, Italy, Indonesia, Algeria and Malawi, which together accounted for a further 21%.

What are the largest producers of pumpkin (squash and gourds) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of pumpkin production in 2020 were China, India and Ukraine, with a combined 50% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of pumpkin (squash and gourds) to Venezuela?

In value terms, El Salvador $731) constituted the largest supplier of pumpkin to Venezuela.

What are the leading importers of pumpkin (squash and gourds) from Venezuela?

In value terms, Aruba remains the key foreign market for pumpkin exports from Venezuela.

What is the average export price for pumpkin (squash and gourds) in Venezuela?

The average pumpkin export price stood at $446 per ton in 2020, almost unchanged from the previous year.

What is the average import price for pumpkin (squash and gourds) in Venezuela?

The average pumpkin import price stood at $1,428 per ton in 2020, approximately reflecting the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pumpkin market in Venezuela. 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 394 - Pumpkins, squash and gourds

Country coverage:

Venezuela

Data coverage:

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