Qatar: Plum And Sloe Market Overview 2021

Plum And Sloe Market Size in Qatar

The Qatari plum and sloe market amounted to $X in 2019, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption posted a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the market value increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level in 2019 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Plum And Sloe Production in Qatar

In value terms, plum and sloe production stood at $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. In general, production showed a significant decline. Plum and sloe production peaked at $X in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2019, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In 2019, the average yield of plums and sloes in Qatar was estimated at X kg per ha, leveling off at the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, the yield continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2019, the plum and sloe harvested area in Qatar amounted to X ha, flattening at the previous year. Overall, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Plum And Sloe Exports

Exports from Qatar

In 2019, approx. X kg of plums and sloes were exported from Qatar; remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, exports reached the maximum at X tonnes in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2019, exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, plum and sloe exports stood at $X in 2019. In general, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, exports reached the maximum at $X in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2019, exports failed to regain the momentum.

Exports by Country

Saudi Arabia (X tonnes) was the main destination for plum and sloe exports from Qatar, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2009, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Saudi Arabia was relatively modest.

From 2007 to 2009, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Saudi Arabia was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average plum and sloe export price stood at $X per tonne in 2009, remaining constant against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average export prices hit record highs in 2009 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

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

From 2007 to 2009, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Saudi Arabia amounted to X% per year.

Plum And Sloe Imports

Imports into Qatar

In 2019, approx. X tonnes of plums and sloes were imported into Qatar; jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2019 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, plum and sloe imports totaled $X in 2019. In general, imports posted a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2019 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

South Africa (X tonnes), Italy (X tonnes) and Spain (X tonnes) were the main suppliers of plum and sloe imports to Qatar, together comprising X% of total imports. Australia, Lebanon, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Egypt (+X% per year), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest plum and sloe suppliers to Qatar were Australia ($X), South Africa ($X) and Spain ($X), with a combined X% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Italy, Lebanon, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates, which together accounted for a further X terms of the main suppliers, Egypt (+X% per year) recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average plum and sloe import price stood at $X per tonne in 2019, declining by -X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per tonne in 2018, and then reduced in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Australia ($X per tonne), while the price for Italy ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Lebanon, while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for plums and sloes in the world?

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The country with the largest volume of plum and sloe consumption was China (7M tonnes), comprising approx. 55% of total volume. Moreover, plum and sloe consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Romania (708K tonnes), tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Serbia (542K tonnes), with a 4.3% share.

What are the largest producers of plums and sloes in the world?

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The country with the largest volume of plum and sloe production was China (7M tonnes), accounting for 55% of total volume. Moreover, plum and sloe production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Romania (693K tonnes), tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Serbia (559K tonnes), with a 4.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of plums and sloes to Qatar?

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In value terms, the largest plum and sloe suppliers to Qatar were Australia ($1.1M), South Africa ($992K) and Spain ($598K), with a combined 58% share of total imports. Italy, Lebanon, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 27%.

What is the average export price for plums and sloes in Qatar?

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In 2009, the average plum and sloe export price amounted to $1,497 per tonne, approximately mirroring the previous year.

What is the average import price for plums and sloes in Qatar?

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In 2019, the average plum and sloe import price amounted to $2,037 per tonne, with a decrease of -12.7% against the previous year.