China: Grape Market Overview 2021

Grape Market Size in China

The Chinese grape market expanded notably to $X in 2020, with an increase of X% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the market value increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level in 2020 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Grape Production in China

In value terms, grape production rose rapidly to $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. In general, production recorded buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level in 2020 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

The average yield of grapes in China totaled X tonnes per ha in 2020, growing by X% compared with 2019. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2020; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the yield increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the average grape yield attained the peak level in 2020 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The grape harvested area in China expanded to X ha in 2020, growing by X% against the previous year's figure. Overall, the total harvested area indicated a resilient expansion from 2007 to 2020: its figure increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last thirteen years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2020 figures, grape harvested area increased by +X% against 2017 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to grape production attained the maximum at X ha in 2015; afterwards, it flattened through to 2020.

Grape Exports

Exports from China

For the third consecutive year, China recorded growth in overseas shipments of grapes, which increased by X% to X tonnes in 2020. In general, exports posted prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, exports reached the peak figure in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, grape exports surged to $X in 2020. Overall, exports recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, exports attained the peak figure in 2020 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Thailand (X tonnes), Viet Nam (X tonnes) and Indonesia (X tonnes) were the main destinations of grape exports from China, together comprising X% of total exports. These countries were followed by the Philippines, Bangladesh, Malaysia and Myanmar, which together accounted for a further X 2007 to 2020, the biggest increases were in Myanmar (+X% per year), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Viet Nam ($X), Thailand ($X) and Indonesia ($X) constituted the largest markets for grape exported from China worldwide, together accounting for X% of total exports. These countries were followed by the Philippines, Bangladesh, Malaysia and Myanmar, which together accounted for a further X the main countries of destination, Myanmar (+X% per year) saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average grape export price stood at $X per tonne in 2020, with an increase of X% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by X% year-to-year. The export price peaked in 2020 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

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

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Philippines, while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Grape Imports

Imports into China

In 2020, grape imports into China declined modestly to X tonnes, therefore, remained relatively stable against 2019 figures. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2009 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. Imports peaked at X tonnes in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2020, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, grape imports reduced slightly to $X in 2020. Overall, imports, however, recorded a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2009 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Chile (X tonnes), Australia (X tonnes) and Peru (X tonnes) were the main suppliers of grape imports to China, with a combined X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Australia (+X% per year), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest grape suppliers to China were Chile ($X), Australia ($X) and Peru ($X), with a combined X% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Australia (+X% per year) saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average grape import price stood at $X per tonne in 2020, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the last thirteen-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +X%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure in 2020 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2020, the highest prices were recorded for prices from Australia ($X per tonne) and Peru ($X per tonne), while the price for India ($X per tonne) and Chile ($X per tonne) were amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa, while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for grapes in the world?

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China (30M tonnes) remains the largest grape consuming country worldwide, accounting for 33% of total volume. Moreover, grape consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Italy (7.5M tonnes), fourfold. The U.S. (6.5M tonnes) ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7% share.

What are the largest producers of grapes in the world?

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China (31M tonnes) remains the largest grape producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 33% of total volume. Moreover, grape production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Italy (7.9M tonnes), fourfold. The U.S. (6.2M tonnes) ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of grapes to China?

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In value terms, the largest grape suppliers to China were Chile ($260M), Australia ($185M) and Peru ($143M), together comprising 91% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of grapes from China?

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In value terms, Viet Nam ($305M), Thailand ($292M) and Indonesia ($212M) appeared to be the largest markets for grape exported from China worldwide, together comprising 67% of total exports. These countries were followed by the Philippines, Bangladesh, Malaysia and Myanmar, which together accounted for a further 28%.

What is the average export price for grapes in China?

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In 2020, the average grape export price amounted to $2,846 per tonne, picking up by 16% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for grapes in China?

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In 2020, the average grape import price amounted to $2,566 per tonne, stabilizing at the previous year.