Cuba: Lemon And Lime Market Overview 2021

Lemon And Lime Market Size in Cuba

The Cuban lemon and lime market expanded rapidly to $X in 2019, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated noticeable growth from 2007 to 2019: its value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last twelve years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2019 figures, consumption decreased by -X% against 2017 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2009 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2019, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lemon And Lime Production in Cuba

In value terms, lemon and lime production expanded remarkably to $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. In general, production posted a noticeable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2009 when the production volume increased by X% y-o-y. Lemon and lime production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2019, production remained at a lower figure.

The average yield of lemons and limes in Cuba expanded significantly to X tonnes per ha in 2019, with an increase of X% on 2018. In general, the yield indicated a resilient increase from 2007 to 2019: its figure increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last twelve years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2019 figures, lemon and lime yield increased by +X% against 2015 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The lemon and lime yield peaked in 2019 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The lemon and lime harvested area in Cuba declined to X ha in 2019, waning by -X% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area recorded a noticeable decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of X% year-to-year. The lemon and lime harvested area peaked at X ha in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2019, the harvested area failed to regain the momentum.

Lemon And Lime Exports

Exports from Cuba

In 2019, approx. X kg of lemons and limes were exported from Cuba; which is down by -X% on 2018 figures. Over the period under review, exports showed a mild reduction. Over the period under review, exports attained the maximum at X tonnes in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lemon and lime exports dropped sharply to $X in 2019. In general, exports posted noticeable growth. Exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

France (X tonnes) and Spain (X tonnes) were the main destinations of lemon and lime exports from Cuba.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Spain.

In value terms, the largest markets for lemon and lime exported from Cuba were France ($X) and Spain ($X saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average lemon and lime export price stood at $X per tonne in 2018, which is down by -X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a notable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, export price reached the peak level of $X per tonne. From 2016 to 2018, the growth in terms of the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2018, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per tonne), while the average price for exports to France totaled $X per tonne.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to France.

Lemon And Lime Imports

Imports into Cuba

In 2019, lemon and lime imports into Cuba reduced slightly to X tonnes, standing approx. at the previous year's figure. Overall, imports, however, recorded a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. Imports peaked at X tonnes in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lemon and lime imports declined modestly to $X in 2019. In general, imports, however, enjoyed a buoyant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2008 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2019, Colombia (X tonnes) was the main lemon and lime supplier to Cuba, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume from Colombia stood at +X%.

In value terms, Colombia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lemon and lime to Cuba.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value from Colombia amounted to +X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average lemon and lime import price stood at $X per tonne in 2019, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated perceptible growth from 2007 to 2019: its price increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last twelve years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per tonne in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, import prices failed to regain the momentum.

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

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

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for lemons and limes in the world?

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The countries with the highest volumes of lemon and lime consumption in 2019 were India (3.2M tonnes), China (2.4M tonnes) and Mexico (1.9M tonnes), with a combined 38% share of global consumption. Argentina, the U.S., Brazil, Turkey, Spain, Italy, Iran and Egypt lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 37%.

What are the largest producers of lemons and limes in the world?

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The countries with the highest volumes of lemon and lime production in 2019 were India (3.2M tonnes), Mexico (2.6M tonnes) and China (2.4M tonnes), together comprising 42% of global production. These countries were followed by Argentina, Brazil, Spain, Turkey, the U.S., South Africa, Iran, Italy and Egypt, which together accounted for a further 43%.

What are the leading suppliers of lemons and limes to Cuba?

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In value terms, Colombia ($123K) constituted the largest supplier of lemon and lime to Cuba.

What are the leading importers of lemons and limes from Cuba?

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In value terms, France ($6.3K) and Spain ($3.9K) appeared to be the largest markets for lemon and lime exported from Cuba worldwide.

What is the average export price for lemons and limes in Cuba?

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In 2018, the average lemon and lime export price amounted to $1,459 per tonne, waning by -3.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lemons and limes in Cuba?

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The average lemon and lime import price stood at $1,720 per tonne in 2019, stabilizing at the previous year.