Iran: Tomato Market Overview 2021

Tomato Market Size in Iran

In 2019, the Iranian tomato market decreased by -X% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the market value increased by X% year-to-year. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2019, the growth of the market failed to regain the momentum.

Tomato Production in Iran

In value terms, tomato production contracted to $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. Overall, production saw a slight downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the production volume increased by X% y-o-y. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2019, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

The average yield of tomatoes in Iran amounted to X tonnes per ha in 2019, therefore, remained relatively stable against 2018 figures. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2019; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2009 with an increase of X% year-to-year. The tomato yield peaked in 2019 and is expected to retain 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 2019, approx. X ha of tomatoes were harvested in Iran; almost unchanged from the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, the harvested area saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to tomato production attained the peak figure at X ha in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2019, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.

Tomato Exports

Exports from Iran

Tomato exports from Iran surged to X tonnes in 2019, rising by X% against the previous year's figure. Overall, exports saw significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by X% year-to-year. Exports peaked in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, tomato exports surged to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports recorded a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports hit record highs in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Qatar (X tonnes), Russia (X tonnes) and Pakistan (X tonnes) were the main destinations of tomato exports from Iran, together accounting for X% of total exports.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Qatar (+X% per year), while exports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Russia ($X) remains the key foreign market for tomato exports from Iran, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Qatar ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Russia amounted to +X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Qatar (+X% per year) and Pakistan (+X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the average tomato export price amounted to $X per tonne, picking up by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a noticeable slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per tonne in 2007; however, from 2008 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 Russia ($X per tonne), while the average price for exports to Pakistan ($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 Russia, while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Tomato Imports

Imports into Iran

Tomato imports into Iran soared to X tonnes in 2019, jumping by X% compared with the previous year. Overall, imports, however, recorded a slight setback. Imports peaked at X tonnes in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, tomato imports surged to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed a notable increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2019, Turkey (X tonnes) was the main supplier of tomato to Iran, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume from Turkey totaled +X%.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) constituted the largest supplier of tomato to Iran.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Turkey stood at +X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average tomato import price stood at $X per tonne in 2019, waning by -X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of X% y-o-y. The import price peaked at $X per tonne in 2018, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

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

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

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for tomatoes in the world?

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China (64M tonnes) remains the largest tomato consuming country worldwide, accounting for 34% of total volume. Moreover, tomato consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India (20M tonnes), threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the U.S. (14M tonnes), with a 7.5% share.

What are the largest producers of tomatoes in the world?

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China (65M tonnes) remains the largest tomato producing country worldwide, accounting for 34% of total volume. Moreover, tomato production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India (21M tonnes), threefold. The U.S. (12M tonnes) ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of tomatoes to Iran?

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In value terms, Turkey ($149K) constituted the largest supplier of tomato to Iran.

What are the leading importers of tomatoes from Iran?

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In value terms, Russia ($35M) remains the key foreign market for tomato exports from Iran, comprising 70% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Qatar ($11M), with a 21% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for tomatoes in Iran?

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The average tomato export price stood at $636 per tonne in 2019, rising by 18% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for tomatoes in Iran?

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In 2019, the average tomato import price amounted to $738 per tonne, falling by -44.9% against the previous year.