Chile: Blueberry And Cranberry Market Overview 2021

Blueberry And Cranberry Market Size in Chile

In 2019, the Chilean blueberry and cranberry market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption enjoyed a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the market value increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level in 2019 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Blueberry And Cranberry Production in Chile

In value terms, blueberry and cranberry production surged to $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. Over the period under review, production showed a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 when the production volume increased by X% year-to-year. Blueberry and cranberry production peaked in 2019 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

The average yield of blueberries and cranberries in Chile reached X tonnes per ha in 2019, standing approx. at the previous year's figure. In general, the yield indicated a temperate increase from 2007 to 2019: its figure increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last twelve-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2019 figures, blueberry and cranberry yield increased by +X% against 2017 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2008 when the yield increased by X% y-o-y. The blueberry and cranberry yield peaked at X tonnes per ha in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2019, the yield failed to regain the momentum. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2019, approx. X ha of blueberries and cranberries were harvested in Chile; picking up by X% on the year before. Overall, the harvested area recorded resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2012 with an increase of X% year-to-year. The blueberry and cranberry harvested area peaked in 2019 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Blueberry And Cranberry Exports

Exports from Chile

Blueberry and cranberry exports from Chile was estimated at X tonnes in 2019, increasing by X% against the previous year. Overall, exports posted a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 when exports increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, exports reached the peak figure in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, blueberry and cranberry exports surged to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports saw a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2008 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports hit record highs in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

The U.S. (X tonnes) was the main destination for blueberry and cranberry exports from Chile, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, blueberry and cranberry exports to the U.S. exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the Netherlands (X tonnes), fourfold. China (X tonnes) ranked third in terms of total exports with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the U.S. stood at +X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Netherlands (+X% per year) and China (+X% per year).

In value terms, the U.S. ($X) remains the key foreign market for blueberry and cranberry exports from Chile, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by China, with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the U.S. stood at +X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Netherlands (+X% per year) and China (+X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the average blueberry and cranberry export price amounted to $X per tonne, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a mild descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by X% year-to-year. The export price peaked at $X per tonne in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, export prices failed to regain the momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was South Korea ($X per tonne), while the average price for exports to the U.S. ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Korea, while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Blueberry And Cranberry Imports

Imports into Chile

Blueberry and cranberry imports into Chile amounted to X tonnes in 2019, approximately equating the year before. Overall, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2019 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, blueberry and cranberry imports totaled $X in 2019. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2019, Peru (X tonnes) was the main blueberry and cranberry supplier to Chile, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume from Peru was relatively modest.

In value terms, Peru ($X) constituted the largest supplier of blueberry and cranberry to Chile.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value from Peru was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the average blueberry and cranberry import price amounted to $X per tonne, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The import price peaked in 2019 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2007 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Peru amounted to X% per year.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for blueberries and cranberries in the world?

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The U.S. (852K tonnes) remains the largest blueberry and cranberry consuming country worldwide, accounting for 54% of total volume. Moreover, blueberry and cranberry consumption in the U.S. exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Canada (351K tonnes), twofold. Germany (63K tonnes) ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4% share.

What are the largest producers of blueberries and cranberries in the world?

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The countries with the highest volumes of blueberry and cranberry production in 2019 were the U.S. (668K tonnes), Canada (349K tonnes) and Chile (153K tonnes), together accounting for 74% of global production. Peru, Spain, Mexico and Poland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 16%.

What are the leading suppliers of blueberries and cranberries to Chile?

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In value terms, Peru ($61K) constituted the largest supplier of blueberry and cranberry to Chile.

What are the leading importers of blueberries and cranberries from Chile?

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In value terms, the U.S. ($391M) remains the key foreign market for blueberry and cranberry exports from Chile, comprising 50% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands ($112M), with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by China, with a 13% share.

What is the average export price for blueberries and cranberries in Chile?

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The average blueberry and cranberry export price stood at $6,125 per tonne in 2019, growing by 7.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for blueberries and cranberries in Chile?

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In 2019, the average blueberry and cranberry import price amounted to $8,489 per tonne, standing approx. at the previous year.