Alliaceous vegetables market in New Zealand

Earlier Report Observations

The market for fresh alliaceous vegetables in New Zealand contracted significantly from 2018 to 2021, with domestic consumption falling from 132.2 thousand tons to 57.5 thousand tons. This decline was primarily driven by a sharp increase in exports, which more than doubled from 136.3 thousand tons in 2018 to over 200 thousand tons in 2020 and 2021, redirecting a large portion of domestic production overseas. While production levels remained relatively stable around 255-270 thousand tons during this period, the growing export volume left less supply available for the local market.

The market began to recover in 2022, with consumption rising to 82.5 thousand tons and further to 92.9 thousand tons in 2023. This rebound was supported by a notable shift in consumer preferences toward healthier, plant-based diets and a demand for organic produce, which increased domestic demand for fresh vegetables. Concurrently, export volumes retreated from their peak, falling to 145.5 thousand tons in 2022, which made more product available for local consumption. Global factors, including supply chain disruptions and increased input costs following the Russia-Ukraine war, also influenced the market environment, affecting production and trade flows.

Looking at the broader period through 2025, export volumes showed volatility but remained at historically high levels, forecasted at 168.4 thousand tons for 2025. Imports stayed modest, below 5 thousand tons annually. The domestic market's recovery after 2021 highlights a rebalancing where strong external demand previously constrained local supply, followed by a period where domestic consumption priorities gained traction.

Production alliaceous vegetables in New Zealand

In kind, 2018-2021, K t

Top producers of alliaceous vegetables, 2018-2021

World map of production of alliaceous vegetables, 2018-2021

New Zealand's production of alliaceous vegetables has declined for the second year in a row. In 2021, the country produced 255.8 thousand tonnes, which remained relatively stable compared to 2020. Looking at the period from 2018 to 2021, production decreased by 2.9%, averaging an annual decline of 1.0%. The highest production level was recorded in 2019 at 270.4 thousand tonnes, which saw a 2.7% increase. The largest decline occurred in 2020, with a drop of 5.3%.

Annual dynamics of production in New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021, K t

Exports alliaceous vegetables from New Zealand

Exports in kind, K t

After two years of growth, New Zealand's exports of alliaceous vegetables declined. In 2021, exports totaled 201.8 thousand tonnes, down 0.6% from the previous year. Over the 2018-2021 period, exports increased by 48%, with a compound annual growth rate of 14.0%. The peak was in 2020 at 203.0 thousand tonnes, while the largest increase of 31.9% was recorded in 2019.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021, K t

From 2018 to 2021, New Zealand's exports of alliaceous vegetables were distributed across a wide range of partners. Indonesia accounted for 18.9% of exports, the Netherlands for 16.1%, and Germany for 14.2%. Together, these three countries made up 49.1% of total flows, with the remaining 50.9% going to numerous other destinations.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, M $ US

The market for New Zealand's alliaceous vegetable exports showed noticeable fluctuations during this period. In 2021, cross-border shipments were valued at 102.7 million US dollars, marking a modest 5.4% increase from the previous year. The highest value was recorded in 2019 at 115.7 million US dollars, which saw an 82.5% increase. The largest decline occurred in 2020, with a drop of 15.8%. The difference between the peak in 2019 and the low in 2018 was 1.8 times.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from New Zealand in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, New Zealand's exports of alliaceous vegetables in value terms were not heavily concentrated on a few key markets. Indonesia accounted for 20.0% of exports, the Netherlands for 14.2%, and Germany for 13.7%. Combined, these three countries represented 47.9% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from New Zealand in value, 2018-2021

Imports alliaceous vegetables to New Zealand

Imports in kind, K t

New Zealand's imports of alliaceous vegetables have fallen for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports totaled 3.4 thousand tonnes, a decrease of 13.2% compared to 2020. Over the 2018-2021 period, imports declined by 34.7%, with a compound annual decrease of 13.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021, K t

From 2018 to 2021, China was the dominant source for New Zealand's imports of alliaceous vegetables, accounting for 74.0% of total flows. The remaining share was distributed among several smaller markets.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, M $ US

In 2021, New Zealand's imports of alliaceous vegetables were valued at 7.0 million US dollars, up 1.5% year-over-year. The highest value was recorded in 2019 at 7.1 million US dollars, which saw a 2.8% increase. The largest decline occurred in 2020, with a drop of 2.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to New Zealand in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, New Zealand's imports of alliaceous vegetables in value terms were largely concentrated on China, which accounted for 75.0% of total flows. Other countries together made up the remaining 25.0%.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to New Zealand in value, 2018-2021