South Africa - Melons - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Melon Price in South Africa - 2023

Contents:

  1. Melon Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2022
  2. Melon Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
  3. Melon Exports in South Africa
  4. Melon Imports in South Africa

Melon Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average melon export price amounted to $3,089 per ton, picking up by 62% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by 107%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $4,900 per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($10,454 per ton), while the average price for exports to Zambia ($536 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 (+9.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Melon Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022

The average melon import price stood at $647 per ton in 2022, jumping by 26% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 54% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $678 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Namibia.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Namibia amounted to +0.7% per year.

Melon Exports in South Africa

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas shipments of melons, when their volume increased by 52% to 2.1K tons. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, melon exports skyrocketed to $6.5M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports posted buoyant growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Export of Melon in South Africa (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United Kingdom3,8831,5412,0485,58812.9%
Botswana335151171228-12.0%
Ethiopia11.621.250.887.696.2%
Zambia17463.711185.4-21.1%
Mozambique69.446.933.564.6-2.4%
Namibia14656.757.456.1-27.3%
Lesotho33.527.827.624.3-10.1%
Swaziland32.315.619.416.0-20.9%
Others14334311334834.5%
Total4,8272,2682,6326,49810.4%

Top Export Markets for Melon from South Africa in 2022:

  1. United Kingdom (1293.2 tons)
  2. Botswana (198.0 tons)
  3. Zambia (159.4 tons)
  4. Mozambique (115.9 tons)
  5. Ethiopia (67.9 tons)
  6. Namibia (56.9 tons)
  7. Lesotho (42.4 tons)
  8. Swaziland (25.4 tons)

Melon Imports in South Africa

After two years of decline, supplies from abroad of melons increased by 17% to 603 tons in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a dramatic shrinkage.

In value terms, melon imports skyrocketed to $390K in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a precipitous shrinkage.

Import of Melon in South Africa (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Namibia760473263359-22.1%
Others13.3N/A0.130.331.6%
Total773473263390-20.4%

Top Suppliers of Melon to South Africa in 2022:

  1. Namibia (561.7 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the melon 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 568 - Melons, Cantaloupes

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. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    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
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    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. 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
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    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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