Edible brassicas market in Egypt

Earlier Report Observations

The market for fresh or chilled edible brassicas in Egypt began the period at 548 thousand tons in 2018 and rose sharply to 636 thousand tons in 2019. This expansion was supported by the country's push for greater self-sufficiency in fruit and vegetable production, alongside rising urbanization and disposable income that encouraged healthier diets including fresh produce.

After a contraction to 585 thousand tons in 2020, the market stabilized over the next two years, reaching 602 thousand tons in 2022.

A pronounced surge followed in 2023, with volume jumping to 733 thousand tons. This leap coincided with vegetable prices stabilizing at low levels due to strong supply ahead of Ramadan, as well as the rollout of a farm coding system designed to improve export quality and open new markets. Furthermore, the expansion of agricultural land into new desert areas free from soil diseases contributed to higher production capacity.

Production edible brassicas in Egypt

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

From 2017 to 2020, Egypt ranked 23rd globally in terms of edible brassicas production volume.

Top producers of edible brassicas, 2017-2020

World map of production of edible brassicas, 2017-2020

In 2020, Egypt produced 588.3 K t of edible brassicas, representing an 8.1% decrease compared to the previous year. Production reached its lowest point in 2018 at 552.2 K t, while it peaked in 2019 at 640.0 K t. The most significant growth occurred in 2019, with a 15.9% increase.

Annual dynamics of production in Egypt in kind, 2017-2020, K t

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In 2020, the output of edible brassicas in Egypt was valued at 833.4 M $ US, marking a 2.4% decline from the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, production grew by 8.1%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.6%. The lowest value was recorded in 2018 at 716.6 M $ US, while the highest was in 2019 at 853.5 M $ US. The largest decrease occurred in 2018, falling by 7.0%, whereas the most substantial increase was in 2019, rising by 19.1%.

Annual dynamics of production in Egypt in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Exports edible brassicas from Egypt

Exports in kind, t

Following two years of growth, Egypt's exports of edible brassicas declined. In 2020, exports amounted to 2 807 t, a 35.0% decrease year-over-year. The highest export volume was recorded in 2019 at 4 321 t, with the largest increase occurring in 2018 at 42.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Egypt in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Russia, the Netherlands, and Saudi Arabia consistently led Egypt's export structure for edible brassicas in volume terms. Russia accounted for 45.9% of exports, the Netherlands for 11.9%, and Saudi Arabia for 11.9%, collectively representing 69.7% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Egypt in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

After a two-year upward trend, Egypt's edible brassicas exports in value terms declined. In 2020, exports stood at 3 977 K $ US, down 31.0% from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports increased by 7.3%, with a CAGR of 2.4%. The peak value was recorded in 2019 at 5 763 K $ US, and the largest increase occurred in 2018 at 42.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Egypt in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, Russia, the Netherlands, and Saudi Arabia consistently dominated Egypt's export structure for edible brassicas in value terms. Russia held a 43.6% share, the Netherlands 13.8%, and Saudi Arabia 12.1%, together accounting for 69.4% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Egypt in value, 2017-2020

Imports edible brassicas to Egypt

Imports in kind, t

The data shows irregular fluctuations, indicating a volatile market environment. Import volumes varied significantly, with a 937-fold difference between the low in 2017 and the high in 2018. In 2019, Egypt's imports of edible brassicas reached 9 t, a sharp 53.5% decrease from 2018. The maximum volume was recorded in 2018 at 20 t, with the largest increase also occurring in 2018 at 93 623.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Egypt in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Spain was the primary source for Egypt's imports of edible brassicas in volume terms, accounting for 0.6% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Egypt in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

The market exhibited volatility during the observed period. Import values peaked in 2018 and hit a low in 2017, with a 1 067-fold difference between these extremes. In 2019, Egypt imported edible brassicas valued at an unspecified amount, showing a 56.4% decline from 2018. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 18 K $ US, with the largest increase also in 2018 at 106 628.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Egypt in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Over the 2017-2020 period, Spain consistently held the largest share of Egypt's imports of edible brassicas in value terms, representing 0.7% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Egypt in value, 2017-2020