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Sri Lanka: Watermelon Market 2024

Watermelon Market Size in Sri Lanka

In 2023, the Sri Lankan watermelon market increased by X% to $X, rising for the fifth consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, consumption saw slight growth. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Watermelon Production in Sri Lanka

In value terms, watermelon production totaled $X in 2023 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a mild contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, production remained at a lower figure.

In 2023, the average yield of watermelons in Sri Lanka stood at less than X kg per ha, remaining stable against the previous year. In general, the yield saw 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.

In 2023, approx. less than X ha of watermelons were harvested in Sri Lanka; standing approx. at the previous year's figure. Overall, the harvested area saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

Watermelon Exports

Exports from Sri Lanka

In 2023, overseas shipments of watermelons decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the fifth consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports recorded a deep contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, watermelon exports fell dramatically to $X in 2023. In general, exports saw a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Maldives (X tons) was the main destination for watermelon exports from Sri Lanka, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, watermelon exports to Maldives exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Saudi Arabia (X kg), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Maldives amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United Arab Emirates (X% per year) and Saudi Arabia (X% per year).

In value terms, Maldives ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Saudi Arabia ($X) constituted the largest markets for watermelon exported from Sri Lanka worldwide, together comprising X% of total exports.

The United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of X%, saw 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 a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2023, the average watermelon export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price increased by X%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Maldives ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Oman (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Watermelon Imports

Imports into Sri Lanka

After six years of growth, supplies from abroad of watermelons decreased by X% to X tons in 2023. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2022, and then reduced in the following year.

In value terms, watermelon imports fell to $X in 2023. In general, imports, however, recorded a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X%. Imports peaked at $X in 2022, and then reduced in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2023, Brazil (X tons) was the main supplier of watermelon to Sri Lanka, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2015 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of volume from Brazil totaled X%.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of watermelons to Sri Lanka.

From 2015 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Brazil totaled X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2023, the average watermelon import price amounted to $X per ton, leveling off at the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by X%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Brazil.

From 2015 to 2023, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to X% per year.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the watermelon market in Sri Lanka. 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 567 - Watermelons

Country coverage:

Sri Lanka

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Sri Lanka
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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023