South-Eastern Asia: Leek Market 2022

Leek Market Size in South-Eastern Asia

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the Southeast Asian leek market, when its value increased by X% to $X. The total consumption indicated a temperate expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value decreased at an average annual rate of -X% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption decreased by -X% against 2018 indices. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Leek Production in South-Eastern Asia

In value terms, leek production soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export prices. Overall, production, however, enjoyed prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the production volume increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Indonesia (X tonnes) remains the largest leek producing country in South-Eastern Asia, comprising approx. X% of total volume.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in Indonesia was relatively modest.

The average leek yield contracted slightly to X tonnes per ha in 2021, standing approx. at the year before. In general, the yield recorded a mild reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the yield increased by X% y-o-y. The level of yield peaked at X tonnes per ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the yield remained at a lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2021, the total area harvested in terms of leeks and other alliaceous vegetables production in South-Eastern Asia reached X ha, increasing by X% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, the harvested area saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the harvested area increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to leek production attained the peak figure at X ha in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.

Production By Country in South-Eastern Asia

Indonesia (X tonnes) constituted the country with the largest volume of leek production, comprising approx. X% of total volume.

In Indonesia, leek production remained relatively stable over the period from 2012-2021.

Leek Exports

Exports in South-Eastern Asia

In 2021, overseas shipments of leeks and other alliaceous vegetables decreased by -X% to X tonnes, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Total exports indicated a mild expansion from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, exports decreased by -X% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tonnes in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, leek exports shrank to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a buoyant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Malaysia was the key exporting country with an export of around X tonnes, which resulted at X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Vietnam (X tonnes), constituting a X% share of total exports. Thailand (X tonnes) and Myanmar (X tonnes) held a relatively small share of total exports.

Exports from Malaysia increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Vietnam (+X%) and Thailand (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Vietnam emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in South-Eastern Asia, with a CAGR of +X% from 2012-2021. By contrast, Myanmar (-X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Vietnam (+X p.p.) and Thailand (+X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while Malaysia and Myanmar saw its share reduced by -X% and -X% from 2012 to 2021, respectively.

In value terms, Malaysia ($X) remains the largest leek supplier in South-Eastern Asia, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Vietnam ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Thailand, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in Malaysia amounted to +X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Vietnam (+X% per year) and Thailand (+X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the leek export price in South-Eastern Asia amounted to $X per tonne, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +X%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the export price increased by X% y-o-y. The level of export peaked in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($X per tonne), while Myanmar ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia (+X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Leek Imports

Imports in South-Eastern Asia

Leek imports soared to X tonnes in 2021, increasing by X% on the previous year. In general, imports saw resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, leek imports shrank modestly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2020, and then fell slightly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Malaysia (X tonnes), Singapore (X tonnes) and Thailand (X tonnes) was the key importer of leeks and other alliaceous vegetables in South-Eastern Asia, making up X% of total import. It was distantly followed by Vietnam (X tonnes), making up a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Vietnam (+X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Malaysia ($X), Singapore ($X) and Vietnam ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together comprising X% of total imports.

Among the main importing countries, Vietnam, with a CAGR of +X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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 leek import price in South-Eastern Asia stood at $X per tonne in 2021, declining by -X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 an increase of X% year-to-year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per tonne, and then shrank sharply in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Singapore ($X per tonne), while Thailand ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Singapore (+X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Platform