SADC: Fruit And Berry Market 2023

Fruit And Berry Market Size in SADC

The SADC fruit and berry market declined modestly to $X in 2022, stabilizing at the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Fruit And Berry Production in SADC

In value terms, fruit and berry production shrank to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total production indicated a moderate increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by X% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were South Africa (X tons), Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons) and Tanzania (X tons), with a combined X% share of total production. Angola, Malawi, Madagascar and Mozambique lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Malawi (with a CAGR of X%), while production for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In 2022, the average fruit and berry yield in SADC totaled X tons per ha, approximately equating the previous year's figure. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the yield increased by X% against the previous year. The level of yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2019; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, the total area harvested in terms of fruits and berries production in SADC declined to X ha, leveling off at the year before. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to fruit and berry production attained the maximum at X ha in 2021, and then shrank modestly in the following year.

Fruit And Berry Exports

Exports in SADC

For the third year in a row, SADC recorded growth in shipments abroad of fruits and berries, which increased by X% to X tons in 2022. Total exports indicated pronounced growth from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by X% against 2012 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, fruit and berry exports shrank modestly to $X in 2022. Total exports indicated prominent growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by X% against 2012 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then dropped slightly in the following year.

Exports by Country

South Africa dominates exports structure, finishing at X tons, which was approx. X% of total exports in 2022. The following exporters - Mozambique (X tons) and Zimbabwe (X tons) - together made up X% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to fruit and berry exports from South Africa stood at X%. At the same time, Mozambique (X%) and Zimbabwe (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Mozambique emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in SADC, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. While the share of Mozambique (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2022, the share of South Africa (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest fruit and berry supplier in SADC, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Mozambique ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

In South Africa, fruit and berry exports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Mozambique (X% per year) and Zimbabwe (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, dropping by X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then reduced modestly in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while Mozambique ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Fruit And Berry Imports

Imports in SADC

In 2022, approx. X tons of fruits and berries were imported in SADC; growing by X% on the year before. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, fruit and berry imports contracted slightly to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then dropped modestly in the following year.

Imports by Country

South Africa dominates imports structure, amounting to X tons, which was approx. X% of total imports in 2022. Botswana (X tons) held the second position in the ranking, followed by Zambia (X tons), Mauritius (X tons) and Namibia (X tons). All these countries together held near X% share of total imports. Zimbabwe (X tons), Lesotho (X tons) and Swaziland (X tons) held a little share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to fruit and berry imports into South Africa stood at X%. At the same time, Lesotho (X%), Botswana (X%), Zambia (X%) and Mauritius (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Lesotho emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in SADC, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. Namibia and Zimbabwe experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Swaziland (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of South Africa and Botswana increased by X and X percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported fruits and berries in SADC, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Botswana ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Mauritius, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in South Africa totaled X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Botswana (X% per year) and Mauritius (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a noticeable decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of X%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Mauritius ($X per ton), while Zimbabwe ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mauritius (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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