Mexico: Melon Market Overview 2021

Melon Market Size in Mexico

In 2019, the Mexican melon market increased by X% to $X, rising for the fifth year in a row after three years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2019; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2009 when the market value increased by X% against the previous year. Melon consumption peaked in 2019 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Melon Production in Mexico

In value terms, melon production expanded sharply to $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2019; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2009 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Melon production peaked in 2019 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

The average yield of melons in Mexico was estimated at X tonnes per ha in 2019, approximately mirroring the previous year's figure. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2019; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2008 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average melon yield attained the maximum level in 2019 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future. 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 melons were harvested in Mexico; picking up by X% compared with 2018. In general, the harvested area, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the harvested area increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to melon production reached the maximum at X ha in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.

Melon Exports

Exports from Mexico

In 2019, shipments abroad of melons decreased by -X% to X tonnes, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2008 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Exports peaked at X tonnes in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2019, exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, melon exports dropped slightly to $X in 2019. Overall, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2009 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, exports reached the peak of $X. From 2010 to 2019, the growth exports failed to regain the momentum.

Exports by Country

The U.S. (X tonnes) was the main destination for melon exports from Mexico, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

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

In value terms, the U.S. ($X) also remains the key foreign market for melon exports from Mexico.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the U.S. amounted to +X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the average melon export price amounted to $X per tonne, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2009 when the average export price increased by X% y-o-y. As a result, export price reached the peak level of $X per tonne. From 2010 to 2019, the growth in terms of the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

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

Melon Imports

Imports into Mexico

In 2019, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of melons, when their volume decreased by -X% to X tonnes. Overall, imports, however, showed a perceptible expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tonnes in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2019, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, melon imports reduced notably to $X in 2019. In general, imports, however, recorded a temperate expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. Imports peaked at $X in 2018, and then reduced remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2019, the U.S. (X tonnes) was the main melon supplier to Mexico, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

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

In value terms, the U.S. ($X) constituted the largest supplier of melon to Mexico.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the U.S. totaled +X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the average melon import price amounted to $X per tonne, declining by -X% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a mild expansion from 2007 to 2019: its price increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last twelve-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2019 figures, melon import price increased by +X% against 2016 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by X% year-to-year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per tonne, and then declined markedly in the following year.

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

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

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for melons in the world?

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The country with the largest volume of melon consumption was China (27M tonnes), comprising approx. 66% of total volume. Moreover, melon consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Turkey (1.8M tonnes), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India (1.3M tonnes), with a 3.1% share.

What are the largest producers of melons in the world?

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China (27M tonnes) remains the largest melon producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 66% of total volume. Moreover, melon production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Turkey (1.8M tonnes), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India (1.3M tonnes), with a 3.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of melons to Mexico?

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In value terms, the U.S. ($10M) constituted the largest supplier of melon to Mexico.

What are the leading importers of melons from Mexico?

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In value terms, the U.S. ($95M) remains the key foreign market for melon exports from Mexico.

What is the average export price for melons in Mexico?

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In 2019, the average melon export price amounted to $714 per tonne, leveling off at the previous year.

What is the average import price for melons in Mexico?

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The average melon import price stood at $486 per tonne in 2019, reducing by -23.5% against the previous year.