Costa Rica - Vegetables And Melons - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Vegetable and Melon Price in Costa Rica - 2022

Contents:

  1. Vegetable and Melon Price in Costa Rica (FOB) - 2022
  2. Vegetable and Melon Price in Costa Rica (CIF) - 2022
  3. Vegetable and Melon Exports in Costa Rica
  4. Vegetable and Melon Imports in Costa Rica

Vegetable and Melon Price in Costa Rica (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average vegetable and melon export price amounted to $658 per ton, rising by 11% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.2%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 11%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were Trinidad and Tobago ($707 per ton) and the United States ($694 per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK ($549 per ton) and the Netherlands ($578 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Belgium (+4.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Vegetable and Melon Price in Costa Rica (CIF) - 2022

The average vegetable and melon import price stood at $1,160 per ton in 2022, surging by 15% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated measured growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by 25%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $1,544 per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat 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 Colombia ($2,508 per ton), while the price for Canada ($595 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Nicaragua (+13.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Vegetable and Melon Exports in Costa Rica

For the third year in a row, Costa Rica recorded decline in overseas shipments of vegetables and melons, which decreased by -9.1% to 160K tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a abrupt downturn.

In value terms, vegetable and melon exports reached $105M in 2022. In general, exports showed a deep downturn.

Export of Vegetable and Melon in Costa Rica (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States42.741.739.546.42.8%
Netherlands25.926.822.518.8-10.1%
Belgium8.32.83.914.019.0%
United Kingdom7.68.29.59.26.6%
Trinidad and Tobago5.45.23.74.6-5.2%
Others40.131.025.812.4-32.4%
Total130116105105-6.9%

Top Export Markets for Vegetable and Melon from Costa Rica in 2022:

  1. United States (66.8K tons)
  2. Netherlands (32.5K tons)
  3. Belgium (22.5K tons)
  4. United Kingdom (16.8K tons)
  5. Trinidad and Tobago (6.6K tons)

Vegetable and Melon Imports in Costa Rica

In 2022, purchases abroad of vegetables and melons decreased by -4.9% to 11K tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 7.1% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of 12K tons, and then contracted slightly in the following year.

In value terms, vegetable and melon imports reached $13M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +5.7% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Vegetable and Melon in Costa Rica (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China5.66.06.15.81.2%
United States2.01.72.72.34.8%
Canada0.71.21.21.219.7%
Nicaragua0.10.10.41.2128.9%
Peru0.70.50.61.012.6%
Colombia0.90.70.40.8-3.9%
Mexico0.70.60.30.6-5.0%
Others0.30.40.30.30.0%
Total11.011.211.913.05.7%

Top Suppliers of Vegetable and Melon to Costa Rica in 2022:

  1. China (4.1K tons)
  2. United States (3.1K tons)
  3. Canada (2.0K tons)
  4. Nicaragua (0.6K tons)
  5. Peru (0.5K tons)
  6. Mexico (0.5K tons)
  7. Colombia (0.3K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the vegetable and melon market in Costa Rica. 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 116 - Potatoes
  • FCL 388 - Tomatoes, fresh
  • FCL 402 - Onions, shallots (green)
  • FCL 403 - Onions, dry
  • FCL 406 - Garlic
  • FCL 407 - Leeks and other alliaceous vegetables
  • FCL 393 - Cauliflowers and broccoli
  • FCL 372 - Lettuce and chicory
  • FCL 426 - Carrot
  • FCL 397 - Cucumbers and gherkins
  • FCL 417 - Peas, green
  • FCL 414 - Beans, green
  • FCL 423 - String Beans
  • FCL 367 - Asparagus
  • FCL 399 - Eggplants
  • FCL 401 - Chillies and peppers (green)
  • FCL 373 - Spinach
  • FCL 260 - Olives
  • FCL 394 - Pumpkins, squash and gourds
  • FCL 463 - Vegetables, Fresh n.e.s.
  • FCL 446 - Green Corn (Maize)
  • FCL 430 - Okra
  • FCL 394 - Pumpkins, squash and gourds
  • FCL 378 - Cassava leaves
  • FCL 366 - Artichokes
  • FCL 260 - Olives
  • FCL 358 - Cabbages
  • FCL 449 - Mushrooms
  • FCL 366 - Artichokes

Country coverage:

  • Costa Rica

Data coverage:

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

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  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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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

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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
  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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