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Cucumber and Gherkin Price in Colombia - 2022

Cucumber and Gherkin Price in Colombia (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average cucumber and gherkin export price amounted to $710 per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a mild shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 68%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $1,216 per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Curacao ($837 per ton), while the average price for exports to Aruba amounted to $693 per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Aruba (+3.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Cucumber and Gherkin Price in Colombia (CIF) - 2022

The average cucumber and gherkin import price stood at $1,995 per ton in 2022, growing by 51% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a prominent increase. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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 Trinidad and Tobago ($4,474 per ton), while the price for the Dominican Republic ($750 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Trinidad and Tobago (+24.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cucumber and Gherkin Exports in Colombia

In 2022, shipments abroad of cucumbers and gherkins decreased by -18.6% to 158 tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. In general, total exports indicated a resilient increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +16.9% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +59.7% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 42%.

In value terms, cucumber and gherkin exports fell dramatically to $112K in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 22% against the previous year.

Export of Cucumber and Gherkin in Colombia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Aruba	13.5	19.9	26.6	97.2	93.1%
Curacao	34.0	36.4	14.7	14.4	-24.9%
Germany	35.9	53.0	70.9	N/A	40.5%
France	4.6	6.2	7.5	N/A	27.7%
Others	22.2	19.0	18.5	0.3	-76.2%
Total	110	135	138	112	0.6%

Top Export Markets for Cucumber and Gherkin from Colombia in 2022:

Aruba (140.2 tons)
Curacao (17.2 tons)

Cucumber and Gherkin Imports in Colombia

In 2022, cucumber and gherkin imports into Colombia was estimated at 412 kg, surging by 10% against the year before. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 31%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 736 kg. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cucumber and gherkin imports surged to $822 in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a significant increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Cucumber and Gherkin in Colombia (USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Trinidad and Tobago	158	268	254	510	47.8%
Costa Rica	263	381	234	252	-1.4%
Brazil	1.0	2.0	2.0	54.0	278.0%
Dominican Republic	2.0	2.0	3.0	6.0	44.2%
Others	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
Total	424	653	493	822	24.7%

Top Suppliers of Cucumber and Gherkin to Colombia in 2022:

Costa Rica (251.0 kg)
Trinidad and Tobago (114.0 kg)
Brazil (39.0 kg)
Dominican Republic (8.0 kg)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cucumber and gherkin market in Colombia. 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 397 - Cucumbers and gherkins

Country coverage:

Colombia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Colombia
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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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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
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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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 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
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