South Africa - Asparagus - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Asparagus Market Size in South Africa
The South African asparagus market shrank slightly to $X in 2022, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a measured increase. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Asparagus Production in South Africa
In value terms, asparagus production shrank to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a slight reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.
In 2022, the average yield of asparagus in South Africa dropped to X tons per ha, waning by X% against 2021 figures. In general, the yield, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, the yield attained the peak level of X tons per ha, and then dropped in the following year. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.
In 2022, approx. X ha of asparagus were harvested in South Africa; surging by X% against 2021. Over the period under review, the harvested area, however, recorded a pronounced contraction. The asparagus harvested area peaked at X ha in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.
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Asparagus Exports
Exports from South Africa
In 2022, shipments abroad of asparagus increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a pronounced shrinkage. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, asparagus exports rose sharply to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a perceptible descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
Italy (X tons), Mozambique (X tons) and the UK (X tons) were the main destinations of asparagus exports from South Africa, together comprising X% of total exports. Namibia, Botswana, Swaziland, Lesotho and the United Arab Emirates lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Lesotho (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest markets for asparagus exported from South Africa were Botswana ($X), Namibia ($X) and Italy ($X), with a combined X% share of total exports. Mozambique, the UK, Swaziland, Lesotho and the United Arab Emirates lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
Lesotho, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the average asparagus export price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the average export price increased by X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Botswana ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Botswana (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Asparagus Imports
Imports into South Africa
In 2022, the amount of asparagus imported into South Africa reduced slightly to X tons, declining by X% on 2021. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then fell in the following year.
In value terms, asparagus imports reduced to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a abrupt descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2022, Nigeria (X tons) constituted the largest asparagus supplier to South Africa, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, asparagus imports from Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Namibia (X tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United States (X tons), with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Nigeria stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Namibia (X% per year) and the United States (X% per year).
In value terms, the largest asparagus suppliers to South Africa were Nigeria ($X), the United States ($X) and Namibia ($X), together comprising X% of total imports.
Among the main suppliers, Namibia, with a CAGR of X%, 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
In 2022, the average asparagus import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price faced a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Peru ($X per ton), while the price for Nigeria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Namibia (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the asparagus market in South Africa. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- FCL 367 - Asparagus
Country coverage:
- South Africa
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in South Africa
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Area Harvested, 2012–2023
- Yield, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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