Benelux: Tomato Market 2024

Tomato Market Size in Benelux

In 2023, the Benelux tomato market increased by X% to $X, rising for the fourth year in a row after two years of decline. The total consumption indicated a moderate increase from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, consumption increased by X% against 2019 indices. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level in 2023 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Tomato Production in Benelux

In value terms, tomato production rose to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2022 to 2023, production growth remained at a lower figure.

The Netherlands (X tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of tomato production, accounting for X% of total volume. Moreover, tomato production in the Netherlands exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Belgium (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in the Netherlands was relatively modest.

In 2023, the average tomato yield in Benelux was estimated at X tons per ha, almost unchanged from 2022. Over the period under review, the yield, however, saw a mild slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, the yield failed to regain momentum. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2023, the total area harvested in terms of tomatoes production in Benelux declined to X ha, flattening at the previous year. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to tomato production reached the maximum at X ha in 2022, and then contracted slightly in the following year.

Tomato Exports

Exports in Benelux

In 2023, overseas shipments of tomatoes decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after three years of growth. Overall, exports saw a slight decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, tomato exports rose notably to $X in 2023. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by X%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands was the largest exporter of tomatoes in Benelux, with the volume of exports finishing at X tons, which was near X% of total exports in 2023. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), mixing up a X% share of total exports.

Exports from the Netherlands decreased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023. Belgium experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. While the share of Belgium (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2023, the share of the Netherlands (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the largest tomato supplier in Benelux, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value in the Netherlands was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2023, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the last eleven years, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (X%).

Tomato Imports

Imports in Benelux

In 2023, supplies from abroad of tomatoes decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2020, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2022 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, tomato imports surged to $X in 2023. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2023 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2023, the Netherlands (X tons) was the key importer of tomatoes, comprising X% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), making up a X% share of total imports. Luxembourg (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

The Netherlands experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of imports of tomatoes. Luxembourg and Belgium experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. The shares of the largest importers remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported tomatoes in Benelux, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value in the Netherlands amounted to X%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (X% per year) and Luxembourg (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2023, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Luxembourg ($X per ton), while the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Luxembourg (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform