Iraq: Pumpkin Market Overview 2020

Pumpkin Market Size in Iraq

The revenue of the pumpkin market in Iraq amounted to $X in 2018, going up by X% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded over the period under review. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Pumpkin consumption peaked in 2018 and is expected to retain its growth in the immediate term.

Pumpkin Production in Iraq

In value terms, pumpkin production totaled $X in 2018 estimated in export prices. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded over the period under review. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Pumpkin production peaked in 2018 and is expected to retain its growth in the immediate term.

In 2018, the average yield of pumpkin (squash and gourds) in Iraq totaled X kg per ha, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the yield indicated tangible growth from 2007 to 2018: its figure increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2018 figures, pumpkin yield increased by +X% against 2009 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 when yield increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average pumpkin yield reached its maximum level in 2018 and is likely to continue its 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 2018, approx. X ha of pumpkin (squash and gourds) were harvested in Iraq; approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, the pumpkin harvested area continues to indicate a mild descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2009 with an increase of X% y-o-y. In that year, the pumpkin harvested area reached its peak level of X ha. From 2010 to 2018, the growth of the pumpkin harvested area remained at a lower figure.

Pumpkin Imports

Imports into Iraq

Pumpkin imports into Iraq stood at X tonnes in 2018, reducing by -X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, pumpkin imports continue to indicate a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, pumpkin imports reached their peak figure at X tonnes in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2018, imports failed to regain their momentum.

In value terms, pumpkin imports amounted to $X in 2018. Overall, pumpkin imports continue to indicate a dramatic contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. Imports peaked at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2018, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2018, Turkey (X tonnes) was the main pumpkin supplier to Iraq, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Turkey totaled -X%.

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

From 2007 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Turkey totaled -X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average pumpkin import price stood at $X per tonne in 2018, going up by X% against the previous year. Overall, the pumpkin import price, however, continues to indicate a drastic drop. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of X% y-o-y. The import price peaked at $X per tonne in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2018, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2007 to 2018, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Turkey amounted to -X% per year.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform