Ireland: Currant And Gooseberry Market Overview 2021

Currant And Gooseberry Market Size in Ireland

In 2020, the Irish currant and gooseberry market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after five years of decline. In general, consumption, however, saw a deep downturn. Currant and gooseberry consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Currant And Gooseberry Production in Ireland

In value terms, currant and gooseberry production contracted notably to $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. In general, production showed temperate growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X, and then reduced notably in the following year.

The average yield of currants and gooseberries in Ireland fell to X tonnes per ha in 2020, which is down by -X% compared with 2019. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2012 to 2020; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X% year-to-year. As a result, the yield reached the peak level of X tonnes per ha. from 2014 to 2020, the growth of the average currant and gooseberry 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 2020, the harvested area of currants and gooseberries in Ireland fell to X ha, waning by -X% against the previous year. Overall, the harvested area faced a abrupt contraction. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to currant and gooseberry production attained the maximum at X ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, the harvested area stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Currant And Gooseberry Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2020, shipments abroad of currants and gooseberries decreased by -X% to X kg, falling for the second consecutive year after seven years of growth. In general, exports showed a significant curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, exports reached the peak figure at X tonnes in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, currant and gooseberry exports contracted dramatically to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a dramatic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by X% y-o-y. Exports peaked at $X in 2019, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Iceland (X kg) was the main destination for currant and gooseberry exports from Ireland, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Iceland amounted to -X%.

In value terms, Iceland ($X) also remains the key foreign market for currant and gooseberry exports from Ireland.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Iceland stood at -X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average currant and gooseberry export price stood at $X per tonne in 2020, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a significant expansion. As a result, export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Iceland.

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Iceland amounted to +X% per year.

Currant And Gooseberry Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2020, the amount of currants and gooseberries imported into Ireland skyrocketed to X tonnes, increasing by X% on the previous year. In general, imports recorded a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, currant and gooseberry imports skyrocketed to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, imports posted prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Peru (X tonnes) was the main currant and gooseberry supplier to Ireland, accounting for a X% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK (X tonnes), with a X% share of total imports. The Netherlands (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 Peru was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (-X% per year) and the Netherlands (-X% per year).

In value terms, Peru ($X) constituted the largest supplier of currant and gooseberry to Ireland, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by South Africa, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Peru was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Netherlands (-X% per year) and South Africa (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average currant and gooseberry import price stood at $X per tonne in 2020, approximately reflecting the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a pronounced descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of X% y-o-y. The import price peaked at $X per tonne in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, import prices failed to regain the momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per tonne), while the price for the UK ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Peru, while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Source: IndexBox Platform