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Dominican Republic: Melon Market 2024

Melon Market Size in the Dominican Republic

The Dominican melon market reduced to $X in 2022, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Melon consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Melon Production in the Dominican Republic

In value terms, melon production fell modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a mild contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

The average yield of melons in the Dominican Republic was estimated at X tons per ha in 2022, remaining stable against the previous year's figure. In general, the yield, however, continues to indicate a pronounced contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the average melon yield attained the peak level at X tons per ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, 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 2022, the total area harvested in terms of melons production in the Dominican Republic fell to X ha, waning by X% on 2021 figures. In general, the total harvested area indicated notable growth from 2012 to 2022: its figure increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, melon harvested area increased by X% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X%. The melon harvested area peaked at X ha in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.

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Melon Exports

Exports from the Dominican Republic

In 2022, shipments abroad of melons was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. In general, exports, however, saw a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, melon exports contracted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a deep slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main destination for melon exports from the Dominican Republic, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United Arab Emirates amounted to X%.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for melons exports from the Dominican Republic.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United Arab Emirates amounted to X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average melon export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a modest expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of X% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then shrank notably in the following year.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to X% per year.

Melon Imports

Imports into the Dominican Republic

In 2022, imports of melons into the Dominican Republic surged to X tons, jumping by X% against 2021 figures. Over the period under review, imports recorded a significant expansion. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, melon imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw significant growth. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) was the main melon supplier to the Dominican Republic, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States amounted to X%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of melons to the Dominican Republic.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States amounted to X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average melon import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded mild growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by X%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to X% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for melons in the world?

The country with the largest volume of melon consumption was China, accounting for 50% of total volume. Moreover, melon consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Turkey, eightfold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.9% share.

What are the largest producers of melons in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of melon production, comprising approx. 50% of total volume. Moreover, melon production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Turkey, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was held by India, with a 4.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of melons to the Dominican Republic?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of melons to the Dominican Republic.

What are the leading importers of melons from the Dominican Republic?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates emerged as the key foreign market for melons exports from the Dominican Republic.

What is the average export price for melons in the Dominican Republic?

The average melon export price stood at $2,629 per ton in 2022, shrinking by -18.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for melons in the Dominican Republic?

The average melon import price stood at $1,224 per ton in 2022, increasing by 2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the melon market in the Dominican Republic. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

FCL 568 - Melons, Cantaloupes

Country coverage:

Dominican Republic

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the Dominican Republic
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023