MENA - Potato - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Potato Market Size in MENA
The MENA's potato market shrank slightly to $X in 2023, almost unchanged from the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the market value increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Potato Production in MENA
In value terms, potato production dropped to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2023, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.
The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2023 were Egypt (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and Algeria (X tons), with a combined X% share of total production. Iran, Morocco, Lebanon and Saudi Arabia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Lebanon (with a CAGR of X%), while production for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
The average potato yield reduced slightly to X tons per ha in 2023, standing approx. at the previous year. Overall, the yield, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the potato yield reached the peak level at X tons per ha in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2023, the yield failed to regain momentum. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.
In 2023, the total area harvested in terms of potatoes production in MENA was estimated at X ha, approximately reflecting the year before. Over the period under review, the harvested area, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to potato production attained the maximum at X ha in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2023, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.
Potato Exports
Exports in MENA
In 2023, approx. X tons of potatoes were exported in MENA; which is down by X% on the previous year's figure. Total exports indicated moderate growth from 2012 to 2023: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, exports decreased by X% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, potato exports surged to $X in 2023. Total exports indicated buoyant growth from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, exports increased by X% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
Egypt represented the main exporter of potatoes in MENA, with the volume of exports finishing at X tons, which was near X% of total exports in 2023. Iran (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, followed by Israel (X tons). All these countries together held approx. X% share of total exports. Turkey (X tons), Lebanon (X tons), Syrian Arab Republic (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) took a relatively small share of total exports.
Egypt was also the fastest-growing in terms of the potatoes exports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2023. At the same time, Iran (X%) and the United Arab Emirates (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. By contrast, Syrian Arab Republic (X%), Israel (X%), Turkey (X%) and Lebanon (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Egypt (X p.p.) and Iran (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while Syrian Arab Republic, Turkey, Lebanon and Israel saw its share reduced by X%, X%, X% and X% from 2012 to 2023, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Egypt ($X) remains the largest potato supplier in MENA, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Israel ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Iran, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Egypt amounted to X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Israel (X% per year) and Iran (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the export price in MENA amounted to $X per ton, growing by X% against the previous year. Export price indicated measured growth from 2012 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, potato export price increased by X% against 2016 indices. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per ton), while Turkey ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Lebanon (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Potato Imports
Imports in MENA
In 2023, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of potatoes, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2022, and then contracted in the following year.
In value terms, potato imports reduced to $X in 2023. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2022 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then fell in the following year.
Imports by Country
In 2023, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), distantly followed by Egypt (X tons), Iraq (X tons), Syrian Arab Republic (X tons), Oman (X tons), Algeria (X tons), Kuwait (X tons), Morocco (X tons), Lebanon (X tons) and Qatar (X tons) represented the key importers of potatoes, together constituting X% of total imports.
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest potato importing markets in MENA were Egypt ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Algeria ($X), together comprising X% of total imports. Iraq, Morocco, Oman, Syrian Arab Republic, Lebanon, Kuwait and Qatar lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Among the main importing countries, Iraq, with a CAGR of X%, saw 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 import price in MENA stood at $X per ton in 2023, approximately equating the previous year. In general, the import price saw a slight downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2022 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per ton), while Syrian Arab Republic ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kuwait (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the potato market in MENA. 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 116 - Potatoes
Country coverage:
- Algeria
- Bahrain
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Iran
- Iraq
- Israel
- Jordan
- Kuwait
- Lebanon
- Libya
- Morocco
- Oman
- Palestine
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- Syrian Arab Republic
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- Yemen
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in MENA, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in MENA
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.
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- How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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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
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- 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 VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
- HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- 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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Bahrain
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Iran
- Iraq
- Israel
- Jordan
- Kuwait
- Lebanon
- Libya
- Morocco
- Oman
- Palestine
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- Syrian Arab Republic
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- Yemen
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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, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 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
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2023
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
- Yield, By Country, 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, 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, 2012–2023
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