Ireland - Bananas and Plantains - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Banana and Plantain Price in Ireland - 2023

Contents:

  1. Banana and Plantain Price in Ireland (CIF) - 2023
  2. Banana and Plantain Price in Ireland (FOB) - 2023
  3. Banana and Plantain Imports in Ireland
  4. Banana and Plantain Exports in Ireland

Banana and Plantain Price in Ireland (CIF) - 2023

The average banana and plantain import price stood at $837 per ton in August 2023, waning by -4% against the previous month. Over the period from August 2022 to August 2023, it increased at an average monthly rate of +2.3%. The growth pace was the most rapid in June 2023 when the average import price increased by 10% m-o-m. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $872 per ton in July 2023, and then declined modestly in the following month.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In August 2023, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($1,307 per ton), while the price for Costa Rica ($717 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+6.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Banana and Plantain Price in Ireland (FOB) - 2023

The average banana and plantain export price stood at $1,126 per ton in August 2023, picking up by 3.6% against the previous month. Over the period from August 2022 to August 2023, it increased at an average monthly rate of +2.6%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in January 2023 an increase of 12% month-to-month. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure in August 2023.

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

From August 2022 to August 2023, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the UK amounted to +2.6% per month.

Banana and Plantain Imports in Ireland

In 2022, overseas purchases of bananas and plantains decreased by -1.5% to 92K tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a mild contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 4.6% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of 100K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, banana and plantain imports dropped to $60M in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a mild shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 0.2% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $64M. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Import of Banana and Plantain in Ireland (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Costa Rica20.723.324.026.58.6%
Belize21.020.920.814.2-12.2%
Dominican Republic13.74.610.39.7-10.9%
BelgiumN/A4.44.43.1-16.1%
NicaraguaN/AN/AN/A1.60%
Ecuador0.5N/A0.41.026.0%
Colombia3.30.10.90.9-35.2%
Others4.910.82.83.2-13.2%
Total64.064.163.560.3-2.0%

Top Suppliers of Banana and Plantain to Ireland in 2022:

  1. Costa Rica (45.6K tons)
  2. Belize (25.6K tons)
  3. Dominican Republic (9.9K tons)
  4. Belgium (2.8K tons)
  5. Nicaragua (2.8K tons)
  6. Ecuador (1.7K tons)
  7. Colombia (0.9K tons)

Banana and Plantain Exports in Ireland

In 2022, shipments abroad of bananas and plantains decreased by -14.6% to 8.3K tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports recorded a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 11%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 13K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, banana and plantain exports reduced dramatically to $8.2M in 2022. In general, exports showed a deep downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 6.7% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $12M. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Export of Banana and Plantain in Ireland (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United Kingdom11.512.210.18.2-10.7%
OthersN/AN/AN/AN/A0%
Total11.512.310.18.2-10.7%

Top Export Markets for Banana and Plantain from Ireland in 2022:

  1. United Kingdom (8.2K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the banana and plantain market in Ireland. 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 486 - Bananas
  • FCL 489 - Plantains

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Ireland
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    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, 2012–2023
    23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
    25. Yield, 2012–2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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