South Africa - Cabbage and Other Brassicas - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Cabbage Market Size in South Africa
The South African cabbage market expanded to $X in 2023, surging by X% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Cabbage Production in South Africa
In value terms, cabbage production rose remarkably to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2022 to 2023, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.
The average yield of cabbage and other brassicas in South Africa reached X tons per ha in 2023, approximately reflecting the year before. Over the period under review, the yield recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the yield increased by X%. The cabbage yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, the yield stood at a somewhat lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.
In 2023, the harvested area of cabbage and other brassicas in South Africa declined modestly to X ha, leveling off at 2022 figures. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to cabbage production attained the maximum at X ha in 2022, and then reduced in the following year.
Cabbage Exports
Exports from South Africa
In 2023, shipments abroad of cabbage and other brassicas decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after three years of growth. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a slight decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, cabbage exports dropped significantly to $X in 2023. Overall, exports recorded a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
Lesotho (X tons) was the main destination for cabbage exports from South Africa, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, cabbage exports to Lesotho exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Swaziland (X tons), sixfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Mozambique (X tons), with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of volume to Lesotho totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Swaziland (X% per year) and Mozambique (X% per year).
In value terms, Lesotho ($X), the UK ($X) and Swaziland ($X) were the largest markets for cabbage exported from South Africa worldwide, together accounting for X% of total exports. Mozambique, Namibia and Botswana lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
Mozambique, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.
Export Prices by Country
The average cabbage export price stood at $X per ton in 2023, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a noticeable downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Lesotho ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the UK (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.
Cabbage Imports
Imports into South Africa
In 2023, overseas purchases of cabbage and other brassicas decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. Overall, imports faced a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, cabbage imports fell rapidly to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, imports showed a significant decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2023, Swaziland (X tons) constituted the largest cabbage supplier to South Africa, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, cabbage imports from Swaziland exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the Netherlands (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Lesotho (X kg), with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Swaziland stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Netherlands (X% per year) and Lesotho (X% per year).
In value terms, Swaziland ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cabbage and other brassicas to South Africa, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the Netherlands ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Lesotho, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Swaziland stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Netherlands (X% per year) and Lesotho (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The average cabbage import price stood at $X per ton in 2023, falling by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by X%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Namibia ($X per ton), while the price for Lesotho ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ghana (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cabbage market in South Africa. 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 358 - Cabbages
Country coverage:
- South Africa
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in South Africa
- 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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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Area Harvested, 2012–2023
- Yield, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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