South Africa - Pumpkin (Squash and Gourds) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Pumpkin Market Size in South Africa
The South African pumpkin market expanded modestly to $X in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption enjoyed a mild expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Pumpkin Production in South Africa
In value terms, pumpkin production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated a noticeable expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by X% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X%. Pumpkin production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.
The average yield of pumpkin (squash and gourds) in South Africa declined slightly to X tons per ha in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against 2021. In general, the yield recorded a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The pumpkin yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the yield remained at a lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.
The pumpkin harvested area in South Africa was estimated at X ha in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against 2021 figures. In general, the total harvested area indicated a tangible increase from 2012 to 2022: its figure increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, pumpkin harvested area decreased by X% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to pumpkin production reached the maximum at X ha in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.
Pumpkin Exports
Exports from South Africa
In 2022, overseas shipments of pumpkin (squash and gourds) decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then contracted significantly in the following year.
In value terms, pumpkin exports declined significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then declined dramatically in the following year.
Exports by Country
The Netherlands (X tons), the UK (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main destinations of pumpkin exports from South Africa, together comprising X% of total exports. Italy, the United Arab Emirates, Botswana, Swaziland and Lesotho lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the key foreign market for pumpkin (squash and gourds) exports from South Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the UK ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Italy, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the Netherlands amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the UK (X% per year) and Italy (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the average pumpkin export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated notable growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, pumpkin export price increased by X% against 2017 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Swaziland ($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 the Netherlands (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Pumpkin Imports
Imports into South Africa
In 2022, the amount of pumpkin (squash and gourds) imported into South Africa skyrocketed to X tons, growing by X% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a measured increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports decreased by X% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, pumpkin imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a resilient increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
In 2022, Namibia (X tons) was the main pumpkin supplier to South Africa, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, pumpkin imports from Namibia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Swaziland (X tons), more than tenfold.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Namibia stood at X%.
In value terms, Namibia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of pumpkin (squash and gourds) to South Africa, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Swaziland ($X), with a X% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Namibia totaled X%.
Import Prices by Country
The average pumpkin import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated noticeable growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, pumpkin import price increased by X% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by X%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Swaziland ($X per ton), while the price for Namibia stood at $X per ton.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Namibia (X%).
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pumpkin 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 394 - Pumpkins, squash and gourds
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
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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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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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED 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
- COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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- TOP IMPORTING 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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