United Arab Emirates: Sour Cherry Market Overview 2021

Sour Cherry Market Size in the United Arab Emirates

For the seventh consecutive year, the sour cherry market in the United Arab Emirates recorded decline in sales value, which decreased by -X% to $X in 2018. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a dramatic shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with a decrease of -X% year-to-year. Sour cherry consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2018, consumption failed to regain the momentum.

Sour Cherry Production in the United Arab Emirates

In value terms, sour cherry production shrank to $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. Over the period under review, production recorded a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2018, and then shrank slightly in the following year.

The average yield of sour cherries in the United Arab Emirates amounted to X kg per ha in 2019, leveling off at 2018 figures. Overall, 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.

The sour cherry harvested area in the United Arab Emirates amounted to X ha in 2019, remaining stable against 2018 figures. Over the period under review, the harvested area recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

Sour Cherry Exports

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

In 2019, overseas shipments of sour cherries were finally on the rise to reach X tonnes after three years of decline. Overall, exports continue to indicate a noticeable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by X% y-o-y. As a result, exports reached the peak of X tonnes. From 2016 to 2019, the growth exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sour cherry exports shrank dramatically to $X in 2019. In general, exports showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by X% y-o-y. As a result, exports reached the peak of $X, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

Exports by Country

Singapore (X tonnes) was the main destination for sour cherry exports from the United Arab Emirates, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Singapore amounted to +X%.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value to Singapore stood at +X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average sour cherry export price stood at $X per tonne in 2019, shrinking by -X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, posted a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, export price reached the peak level of $X per tonne, and then contracted rapidly in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Singapore amounted to +X% per year.

Sour Cherry Imports

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

In 2019, sour cherry imports into the United Arab Emirates shrank to X tonnes, reducing by -X% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports showed a deep reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tonnes in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sour cherry imports shrank to $X in 2019. In general, imports recorded strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

South Africa (X tonnes), Chile (X tonnes) and Canada (X tonnes) were the main suppliers of sour cherry imports to the United Arab Emirates, together comprising X% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Chile (+X% per year), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sour cherry to the United Arab Emirates, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Chile ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Canada, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value from South Africa totaled +X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Chile (+X% per year) and Canada (-X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the average sour cherry import price amounted to $X per tonne, shrinking by -X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 an increase of X% y-o-y. The import price peaked 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 ($X per tonne), while the price for Chile ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa, while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sour cherries in the world?

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The countries with the highest volumes of sour cherry consumption in 2019 were Russia (255K tonnes), Turkey (182K tonnes) and Ukraine (167K tonnes), together accounting for 42% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Poland, Iran, the U.S., Serbia, Uzbekistan, Hungary, Azerbaijan, Romania and Germany, which together accounted for a further 49%.

What are the largest producers of sour cherries in the world?

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The countries with the highest volumes of sour cherry production in 2019 were Russia (244K tonnes), Turkey (182K tonnes) and Ukraine (167K tonnes), together accounting for 42% of global production. Poland, Iran, the U.S., Serbia, Uzbekistan and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 43%.

What are the leading suppliers of sour cherries to the United Arab Emirates?

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In value terms, South Africa ($203K) constituted the largest supplier of sour cherry to the United Arab Emirates, comprising 58% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Chile ($64K), with a 18% share of total imports. It was followed by Canada, with a 13% share.

What is the average export price for sour cherries in the United Arab Emirates?

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The average sour cherry export price stood at $5,344 per tonne in 2019, which is down by -19.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sour cherries in the United Arab Emirates?

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In 2019, the average sour cherry import price amounted to $4,902 per tonne, dropping by -5.5% against the previous year.