Africa: Overview of the Market for Peel Of Citrus Fruit Or Melons 2021

Market Size for Peel Of Citrus Fruit Or Melons in Africa

In 2020, the African market for peel of citrus fruit or melons increased by X% to $X, rising for the fourth consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the market value increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2020 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Production of Peel Of Citrus Fruit Or Melons in Africa

In value terms, citrus fruit or melons peel production reached $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. In general, production recorded slight growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level in 2020 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Production By Country in Africa

The countries with the highest volumes of citrus fruit or melons peel production in 2020 were Nigeria (X tonnes), Ethiopia (X tonnes) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tonnes), together accounting for X% of total production. These countries were followed by Egypt, Tanzania, South Africa, Kenya, Sudan, Algeria, Uganda, Morocco, Ghana and Somalia, which together accounted for a further X 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of citrus fruit or melons peel production, amongst the key producing countries, was attained by Ghana, while citrus fruit or melons peel production for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Exports of Peel Of Citrus Fruit Or Melons

Exports in Africa

In 2020, shipments abroad of peel of citrus fruit or melons decreased by -X% to X tonnes, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, exports reached the maximum at X tonnes in 2018; afterwards, it flattened through to 2020.

In value terms, citrus fruit or melons peel exports fell modestly to $X in 2020. Overall, exports, however, saw strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 when exports increased by X% year-to-year. As a result, exports attained the peak of $X. from 2009 to 2020, the growth exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2020, Ghana (X tonnes), distantly followed by Morocco (X tonnes), Senegal (X tonnes), Nigeria (X tonnes) and Tunisia (X tonnes) were the largest exporters of peel of citrus fruit or melons, together committing X% of total exports. South Africa (X tonnes) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2007 to 2020, the biggest increases were in Ghana, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Ghana ($X) emerged as the largest citrus fruit or melons peel supplier in Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Morocco ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Senegal, with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Ghana stood at +X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Morocco (+X% per year) and Senegal (+X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The export price for peel of citrus fruit or melons in Africa stood at $X per tonne in 2020, approximately equating the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, enjoyed pronounced growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2008 when the export price increased by X% y-o-y. As a result, export price reached the peak level of $X per tonne. from 2009 to 2020, the growth in terms of the export prices failed to regain the momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Tunisia ($X per tonne), while Nigeria ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ghana, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Peel Of Citrus Fruit Or Melons

Imports in Africa

In 2020, citrus fruit or melons peel imports in Africa contracted markedly to X tonnes, waning by -X% compared with 2019 figures. Over the period under review, imports recorded a slight curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. The volume of import peaked at X tonnes in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, citrus fruit or melons peel imports fell rapidly to $X in 2020. In general, imports showed a measured increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% year-to-year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. from 2014 to 2020, the growth imports failed to regain the momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Gambia (X tonnes) and South Africa (X tonnes) represented the key importers of peel of citrus fruit or melons in Africa, together generating X% of total imports. Zimbabwe (X tonnes) ranks next in terms of the total imports with a X% share, followed by Morocco (X%). The following importers - Democratic Republic of the Congo (X kg), Sudan (X kg), Cote d'Ivoire (X kg), Congo (X kg), Botswana (X kg) and Tanzania (X kg) - together made up X% of total imports.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by Congo, while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported peel of citrus fruit or melons in Africa, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Morocco ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Zimbabwe, with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value in South Africa amounted to +X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Morocco (+X% per year) and Zimbabwe (+X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the import price for peel of citrus fruit or melons in Africa amounted to $X per tonne, waning by -X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, enjoyed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the import price increased by X% y-o-y. The level of import peaked at $X per tonne in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Morocco ($X per tonne), while Gambia ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Tanzania, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for peel of citrus fruit or melons in Africa?

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The countries with the highest volumes of citrus fruit or melons peel consumption in 2020 were Nigeria (12K tonnes), Ethiopia (7.8K tonnes) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (6.6K tonnes), together accounting for 32% of total consumption. These countries were followed by Egypt, Tanzania, South Africa, Kenya, Sudan, Algeria, Uganda, Morocco, Somalia and Mozambique, which together accounted for a further 38%.

What are the largest producers of peel of citrus fruit or melons in Africa?

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The countries with the highest volumes of citrus fruit or melons peel production in 2020 were Nigeria (12K tonnes), Ethiopia (7.8K tonnes) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (6.6K tonnes), with a combined 32% share of total production. Egypt, Tanzania, South Africa, Kenya, Sudan, Algeria, Uganda, Morocco, Ghana and Somalia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 38%.

What are the leading suppliers of peel of citrus fruit or melons in Africa?

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In value terms, Ghana ($1.5M) emerged as the largest citrus fruit or melons peel supplier in Africa, comprising 39% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Morocco ($735K), with a 19% share of total exports. It was followed by Senegal, with a 15% share.

What are the leading importers of peel of citrus fruit or melons in Africa?

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In value terms, South Africa ($52K) constitutes the largest market for imported peel of citrus fruit or melons in Africa, comprising 40% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Morocco ($22K), with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Zimbabwe, with a 8.8% share.

What is the average export price for peel of citrus fruit or melons in Africa?

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In 2020, the export price for peel of citrus fruit or melons in Africa amounted to $2,337 per tonne, remaining constant against the previous year.

What is the average import price for peel of citrus fruit or melons in Africa?

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In 2020, the import price for peel of citrus fruit or melons in Africa amounted to $3,193 per tonne, reducing by -12.6% against the previous year.