
Germany - Plums And Sloes - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Germany: Plum And Sloe Market Overview 2021
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Plum And Sloe Market Size in Germany
The German plum and sloe market reduced to $X in 2019, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the market value increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2019, consumption failed to regain the momentum.
Plum And Sloe Production in Germany
In value terms, plum and sloe production expanded to $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. Over the period under review, the total production indicated slight growth from 2007 to 2019: its value decreased 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, production increased by +X% against 2017 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Plum and sloe production peaked at $X in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2019, production remained at a lower figure.
The average yield of plums and sloes in Germany was estimated at X tonnes per ha in 2019, therefore, remained relatively stable against the year before. Over the period under review, the yield saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average plum and sloe yield hit record highs at X tonnes per ha in 2009; however, from 2010 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, the harvested area of plums and sloes in Germany contracted to X ha, therefore, remained relatively stable against 2018 figures. Overall, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the harvested area increased by X% year-to-year. The plum and sloe harvested area peaked at X ha in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2019, the harvested area failed to regain the momentum.
Plum And Sloe Exports
Exports from Germany
In 2019, after four years of growth, there was decline in overseas shipments of plums and sloes, when their volume decreased by -X% to X tonnes. Over the period under review, exports recorded a pronounced curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Exports peaked at X tonnes in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, exports failed to regain the momentum.
In value terms, plum and sloe exports reduced to $X in 2019. Overall, exports saw a slight shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2012 when exports increased by X% y-o-y. Exports peaked at $X in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2019, exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
Switzerland (X tonnes), the Netherlands (X tonnes) and France (X tonnes) were the main destinations of plum and sloe exports from Germany, with a combined X% share of total exports. Austria, Poland, Finland, Luxembourg and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X 2007 to 2019, the biggest increases were in Luxembourg, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Switzerland ($X), Austria ($X) and Poland ($X) were the largest markets for plum and sloe exported from Germany worldwide, with a combined X% share of total exports. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, Finland, France, Luxembourg and Italy, which together accounted for a further X the main countries of destination, Luxembourg recorded 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
In 2019, the average plum and sloe export price amounted to $X per tonne, waning by -X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2019, it increased at an average annual rate of +X%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2008 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average export prices hit record highs at $X per tonne in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Finland ($X per tonne), while the average price for exports to France ($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 Finland, while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Plum And Sloe Imports
Imports into Germany
In 2019, purchases abroad of plums and sloes decreased by -X% to X tonnes, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2019; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Imports peaked at X tonnes in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2019, imports failed to regain the momentum.
In value terms, plum and sloe imports reduced to $X in 2019. In general, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2009 to 2019, the growth imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
Spain (X tonnes), Italy (X tonnes) and South Africa (X tonnes) were the main suppliers of plum and sloe imports to Germany, with a combined X% share of total imports. Hungary, Chile, Serbia and Poland lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X 2007 to 2019, the biggest increases were in Serbia, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Spain ($X), Italy ($X) and South Africa ($X) appeared to be the largest plum and sloe suppliers to Germany, with a combined X% share of total imports. Chile, Hungary, Poland and Serbia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X terms of the main suppliers, Serbia saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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
In 2019, the average plum and sloe import price amounted to $X per tonne, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 an increase of X% year-to-year. The import price peaked at $X per tonne in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2019, import prices failed to regain the momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per tonne), while the price for Serbia ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.
From 2007 to 2019, 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 AI Platform
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :
What are the largest markets for plums and sloes in the world?+
China (7M tonnes) remains the largest plum and sloe consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 57% of total volume. Moreover, plum and sloe consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Romania (476K tonnes), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Serbia (395K tonnes), with a 3.2% share.
What are the largest producers of plums and sloes in the world?+
China (7M tonnes) constituted the country with the largest volume of plum and sloe production, accounting for 56% of total volume. Moreover, plum and sloe production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Romania (461K tonnes), more than tenfold. Serbia (413K tonnes) ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.3% share.
What are the leading suppliers of plums and sloes to Germany?+
In value terms, Spain ($18M), Italy ($12M) and South Africa ($8.9M) appeared to be the largest plum and sloe suppliers to Germany, with a combined 69% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Chile, Hungary, Poland and Serbia, which together accounted for a further 16%.
What are the leading importers of plums and sloes from Germany?+
In value terms, Switzerland ($1.1M), Austria ($1.1M) and Poland ($858K) were the largest markets for plum and sloe exported from Germany worldwide, with a combined 47% share of total exports. The Netherlands, Finland, France, Luxembourg and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 40%.
What is the average export price for plums and sloes in Germany?+
The average plum and sloe export price stood at $1,219 per tonne in 2019, waning by -5.7% against the previous year.
What is the average import price for plums and sloes in Germany?+
The average plum and sloe import price stood at $1,256 per tonne in 2019, surging by 3% against the previous year.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the plum and sloe market in Germany. 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 2025.
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
The Largest Destinations for Exports
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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