Globe artichokes market in Northern Africa

Earlier Report Observations

Production of fresh globe artichokes in Northern Africa began at 476.2 thousand tonnes in 2018, a level supported by Egypt's position as a leading exporter, which reflected significant large-scale production capacity in the region. The market expanded consistently through 2020, with production rising to 513.8 thousand tonnes and market volume reaching 507.6 thousand tonnes.

A substantial surge occurred in 2021, as production jumped to 693.7 thousand tonnes and market volume grew to 687.1 thousand tonnes. This was followed by a moderate correction in 2022, with production easing to 655.1 thousand tonnes and market volume to 646.6 thousand tonnes.

A strong recovery marked 2023, with production climbing to 801.9 thousand tonnes and market volume reaching 789.5 thousand tonnes. The global market for globe artichokes is shaped by consumer preference for their health benefits and culinary uses, and activity from major international companies indicates a dynamic competitive landscape.

Production globe artichokes in Northern Africa

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

Top producers of globe artichokes, 2017-2020

World map of production of globe artichokes, 2017-2020

Northern Africa's globe artichoke production increased for the second consecutive year. In 2020, the region produced 513.8 thousand tonnes, marking a 4.3% rise compared to 2019. However, looking at the broader period from 2017 to 2020, production actually declined by 2.2%, which translates to an average annual decrease of 0.7%. The lowest production volume was recorded in 2018 at 476.2 thousand tonnes, which also saw the largest decline of 9.3%.

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

Exports globe artichokes from Northern Africa

Exports in kind, t

The export market for globe artichokes from Northern Africa showed significant volatility during this period. Exports reached their lowest point in 2018 at 5 226 tonnes, then surged to a peak of 11 016 tonnes in 2019, representing a 2.1-fold increase. In 2020, exports dropped sharply to 6 231 tonnes, a steep decline of 43.4% compared to the previous year. The largest increase occurred in 2019, with a jump of 110.8%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the export market for globe artichokes in kind was highly concentrated, with Italy alone accounting for 93.9% of total exports.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Export values exhibited irregular fluctuations, reflecting a volatile market environment. The lowest point was in 2018 at 7 078 thousand US dollars, followed by a peak in 2019 at 15 647 thousand US dollars, a 2.2-fold increase. In 2020, exports fell to 8 989 thousand US dollars, down 42.6% from the previous year. The largest decline was in 2018 at 46.3%, while the largest increase was in 2019 at 121.1%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, the export market in value terms was similarly concentrated, with Italy responsible for 93.3% of total flows.

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

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

Imports globe artichokes to Northern Africa

Imports in kind, t

Import volumes for globe artichokes in Northern Africa showed an unstable trend over this timeframe. The lowest point was in 2017, followed by a peak in 2018, with a 5.2-fold variation between these years. In 2020, imports totaled 39 tonnes, a substantial increase of 421.9% compared to 2019.

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

From 2017 to 2020, imports in kind were dominated by just two countries: Italy and Spain, which together accounted for 100.0% of total imports.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2020, the value of globe artichoke imports into Northern Africa was 37 thousand US dollars, a decrease of 62.3% from the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports declined by 75.1%, with a compound annual growth rate of -37.1%.

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

Throughout 2017 to 2020, the import market in value terms was also controlled by Italy and Spain, which together made up 100.0% of total flows.

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

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