Greece: Pumpkin Market Overview 2021

Pumpkin Market Size in Greece

The Greek pumpkin market was estimated at $X in 2020, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level in 2020 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Pumpkin Production in Greece

In value terms, pumpkin production surged to $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. In general, production enjoyed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs in 2020 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

The average yield of pumpkin (squash and gourds) in Greece soared to X tonnes per ha in 2020, growing by X% against 2019. Over the period under review, the yield recorded significant growth. As a result, the yield reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2020, the pumpkin harvested area in Greece totaled X ha, remaining constant against 2019. In general, the harvested area saw a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the harvested area increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the harvested area reached the peak level of X ha. from 2019 to 2020, the growth of the pumpkin harvested area remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Pumpkin Exports

Exports from Greece

In 2020, overseas shipments of pumpkin (squash and gourds) decreased by -X% to X tonnes, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by X% y-o-y. Exports peaked at X tonnes in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, pumpkin exports totaled $X in 2020. In general, exports, however, posted a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, exports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, exports failed to regain the momentum.

Exports by Country

Bulgaria (X tonnes), the UK (X tonnes) and Romania (X tonnes) were the main destinations of pumpkin exports from Greece, together accounting for X% of total exports. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, Cyprus, Germany and Poland, which together accounted for a further X 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Poland (+X% per year), while exports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for pumpkin exported from Greece were the UK ($X), Bulgaria ($X) and the Netherlands ($X), together comprising X% of total exports. These countries were followed by Cyprus, Germany, Poland and Romania, which together accounted for a further X the main countries of destination, Poland (+X% per year) saw the highest growth rate of 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 pumpkin export price stood at $X per tonne in 2020, picking up by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a mild decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, average export prices reached the maximum at $X per tonne in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2020, export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Poland ($X per tonne), while the average price for exports to Bulgaria ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Poland, while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Pumpkin Imports

Imports into Greece

In 2020, overseas purchases of pumpkin (squash and gourds) decreased by -X% to X tonnes, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Imports peaked at X tonnes in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, pumpkin imports reduced dramatically to $X in 2020. In general, imports saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Turkey (X tonnes) constituted the largest pumpkin supplier to Greece, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, pumpkin imports from Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Spain (X tonnes), sixfold. Italy (X tonnes) ranked third in terms of total imports with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume from Turkey amounted to -X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+X% per year) and Italy (-X% per year).

In value terms, Turkey ($X) constituted the largest supplier of pumpkin to Greece, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value from Turkey stood at -X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+X% per year) and Italy (-X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the average pumpkin import price amounted to $X per tonne, growing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by X% year-to-year. The import price peaked at $X per tonne in 2012; afterwards, it flattened through to 2020.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per tonne), while the price for Germany ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy, while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for pumpkin (squash and gourds) in the world?

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The countries with the highest volumes of pumpkin consumption in 2020 were China (8.6M tonnes), India (5.9M tonnes) and Ukraine (1.5M tonnes), together comprising 55% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of pumpkin (squash and gourds) in the world?

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The countries with the highest volumes of pumpkin production in 2020 were China (8.6M tonnes), India (5.9M tonnes) and Ukraine (1.5M tonnes), together comprising 55% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of pumpkin (squash and gourds) to Greece?

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In value terms, Turkey ($1.2M) constituted the largest supplier of pumpkin to Greece, comprising 62% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain ($213K), with a 11% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 8.8% share.

What are the leading importers of pumpkin (squash and gourds) from Greece?

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In value terms, the largest markets for pumpkin exported from Greece were the UK ($968K), Bulgaria ($578K) and the Netherlands ($202K), together accounting for 69% of total exports. These countries were followed by Cyprus, Germany, Poland and Romania, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What is the average export price for pumpkin (squash and gourds) in Greece?

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The average pumpkin export price stood at $618 per tonne in 2020, increasing by 13% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for pumpkin (squash and gourds) in Greece?

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The average pumpkin import price stood at $1,014 per tonne in 2020, picking up by 6.6% against the previous year.