Benelux: Tomato Market 2024

Tomato Market Size in Benelux

In 2023, the Benelux tomato market increased by X% to $X, rising for the fourth consecutive year after two years of decline. The total consumption indicated a measured increase from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, consumption increased by X% against 2019 indices. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Tomato Production in Benelux

In value terms, tomato production amounted to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2022 to 2023, production growth failed to regain momentum.

The Netherlands (X tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of tomato production, comprising approx. X% of total volume. Moreover, tomato production in the Netherlands exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Belgium (X tons), fourfold.

In the Netherlands, tomato production remained relatively stable over the period from 2012-2023.

The average tomato yield reached X tons per ha in 2023, almost unchanged from the previous year's figure. Overall, the yield, however, continues to indicate a mild setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the yield increased by X% against the previous year. The level of yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, the yield failed to regain momentum. 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 tomatoes in Benelux fell slightly to X ha, stabilizing at 2022 figures. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the harvested area increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to tomato production reached the peak figure at X ha in 2022, and then dropped modestly in the following year.

Tomato Exports

Exports in Benelux

In 2023, overseas shipments of tomatoes decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after three years of growth. Overall, exports recorded a slight curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, tomato exports rose markedly to $X in 2023. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by X%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

In 2023, the Netherlands (X tons) represented the key exporter of tomatoes, constituting X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), generating a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to tomato exports from the Netherlands stood at X%. Belgium experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. From 2012 to 2023, the share of Belgium increased by X percentage points.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the largest tomato supplier in Benelux, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the Netherlands was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2023, the export price in Benelux amounted to $X per ton, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of X%. The level of export peaked in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (X%).

Tomato Imports

Imports in Benelux

In 2023, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of tomatoes, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2022 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, tomato imports soared to $X in 2023. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; 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% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2023 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2023, the Netherlands (X tons) was the largest importer of tomatoes, comprising X% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), comprising a X% share of total imports. Luxembourg (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.

The Netherlands experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of imports of tomatoes. Luxembourg and Belgium experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. The shares of the largest importers remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported tomatoes in Benelux, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the Netherlands stood at X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Belgium (X% per year) and Luxembourg (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2023, the import price in Benelux amounted to $X per ton, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the last eleven years, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Luxembourg ($X per ton), while the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Luxembourg (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform