Globe artichokes market in MERCOSUR

Earlier Report Observations

The market volume for fresh globe artichokes in MERCOSUR began at 36 224 t in 2018, then saw a moderate decrease to 35 000 t in 2019. Over 2020 and 2021, the market stabilized around 35 500 t, with a very slight dip in 2021. A pronounced contraction followed, with the market falling to 31 117 t in 2022 and further to 29 655 t in 2023. Throughout this period, import and export volumes were negligible, making domestic production the sole determinant of market size.

In 2024, the MERCOSUR bloc's ongoing integration facilitated the intra-regional movement of goods, affecting fresh produce markets. Certified fresh vegetable exports from the region increased by 11%, with major flows to fellow members Brazil and Paraguay, signaling robust regional trade in horticultural products. For globe artichokes specifically, no significant new legislation, labeling shifts, or large facility changes were reported during the year.

Production globe artichokes in MERCOSUR

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

Top producers of globe artichokes, 2017-2020

World map of production of globe artichokes, 2017-2020

After a two-year decline, globe artichoke production in MERCOSUR rebounded. In 2020, the region produced 35.5 thousand tonnes of globe artichokes, marking a 1.4% increase from the previous year. However, looking at the broader period from 2017 to 2020, production fell by 5.9%, which translates to an average annual decrease of 2.0%. The lowest production level was recorded in 2019 at 35.0 thousand tonnes, while the sharpest drop occurred in 2018 with a 4.0% decline.

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

Exports globe artichokes from MERCOSUR

Exports in kind, kg

The data shows irregular changes, pointing to a volatile market environment. Import levels fluctuated significantly, with a 4.3-fold difference between the low of 2018 and the high of 2019. In 2020, cross-border shipments of globe artichokes from MERCOSUR totaled 429 kilograms, representing a sharp 56.6% reduction compared to 2019. The minimum value was recorded in 2018 at 229 kilograms, while the maximum was in 2019 at 989 kilograms. The largest increase occurred in 2019, surging by 331.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from MERCOSUR in kind, 2017-2020, kg

From 2017 to 2020, exports of globe artichokes from MERCOSUR in kind were distributed across a wide range of markets. The top three destinations—Marshall Islands (15.2% of exports in kind), Chile (13.8%), and China (12.4%)—together accounted for only 41.5% of total flows, highlighting the broad spread of trade partners.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

There were noticeable fluctuations in market performance during this period. Export volumes peaked in 2019 and hit a low in 2017, with a top-to-bottom ratio of 4.5 times. In 2020, cross-border shipments of globe artichokes from MERCOSUR totaled 0.9 thousand US dollars, reflecting a 48.4% year-on-year decline. The maximum value was recorded in 2019 at 1.8 thousand US dollars, and the largest increase occurred that same year, jumping by 286.9%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, exports of globe artichokes from MERCOSUR in value terms relied on a diverse set of partner countries. The leading markets—Marshall Islands (19.1% of exports in value terms), China (14.9%), and Panama (11.7%)—together accounted for just 45.7% of total flows, indicating a wide distribution across multiple destinations.

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

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

Imports globe artichokes to MERCOSUR

Imports in kind, kg

Volatility characterized the market behavior during these years. Import volumes varied dramatically, with a 2,236-fold difference between the low in 2018 and the high in 2020. In 2020, MERCOSUR's globe artichoke imports reached 80,624 kilograms, which is 6,060.0% higher than in 2019. The minimum value was recorded in 2018 at 36 kilograms, and the largest decline occurred that year, dropping by 77.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to MERCOSUR in kind, 2017-2020, kg

From 2017 to 2020, Chile was by far the main destination for imports of globe artichokes in kind to MERCOSUR, accounting for 91.6% of total flows.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Volatility characterized the market behavior during these years. Import volumes varied significantly, with a 2,090-fold difference between the low in 2018 and the high in 2020. In 2020, MERCOSUR imported globe artichokes worth 0.9 thousand US dollars, showing a 2,319.8% increase compared to 2019. The minimum value was recorded in 2018 at 0.1 thousand US dollars, with the largest decline that year at 97.5%. The largest increase occurred in 2019, soaring by 8,537.8%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Chile was the key and almost sole market for imports of globe artichokes in value terms to MERCOSUR, accounting for 94.1% of total flows.

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

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