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Guatemala: Melon Market 2024

Melon Market Size in Guatemala

The Guatemalan melon market shrank to $X in 2022, dropping by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, enjoyed a prominent increase. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

Melon Production in Guatemala

In value terms, melon production reduced modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

In 2022, the average yield of melons in Guatemala reduced slightly to X tons per ha, remaining stable against the previous year's figure. In general, the yield, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the yield reached the peak level of X tons per ha. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the average melon yield remained at a somewhat lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, the harvested area of melons in Guatemala totaled X ha, picking up by X% compared with the previous year's figure. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the harvested area increased by X%. The melon harvested area peaked at X ha in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the harvested area stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Melon Exports

Exports from Guatemala

Melon exports from Guatemala skyrocketed to X tons in 2022, rising by X% against 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a noticeable curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, melon exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for melon exports from Guatemala, accounting for a X% share of total exports. It was followed by El Salvador (X tons), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States totaled X%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for melons exports from Guatemala, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by El Salvador ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average melon export price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to El Salvador totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to El Salvador (X%).

Melon Imports

Imports into Guatemala

In 2022, melon imports into Guatemala shrank sharply to X tons, waning by X% compared with the year before. Overall, imports showed a sharp contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, melon imports contracted significantly to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a precipitous descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Honduras (X tons) was the main supplier of melon to Guatemala, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Honduras amounted to X%.

In value terms, Honduras ($X) constituted the largest supplier of melons to Guatemala.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Honduras stood at X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average melon import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by X%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

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?

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

What are the largest producers of melons in the world?

China remains the largest melon producing country worldwide, accounting for 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 taken by India, with a 4.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of melons to Guatemala?

In value terms, Honduras constituted the largest supplier of melons to Guatemala.

What are the leading importers of melons from Guatemala?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for melons exports from Guatemala, comprising 99% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by El Salvador, with a 0.6% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for melons in Guatemala?

In 2022, the average melon export price amounted to $430 per ton, growing by 27% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for melons in Guatemala?

The average melon import price stood at $151 per ton in 2022, dropping by -65.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the melon market in Guatemala. 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:

Guatemala

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Guatemala
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