Grapes market in Cyprus

Earlier Report Observations

Grape production in Cyprus showed a gradual increase from 22.4 thousand tons in 2018 to 23.1 thousand tons in 2020, despite a long-term trend of vineyard reduction noted in the sector. The crisis in viticulture was highlighted in 2018 when SODAP, the main wine grape processor, decided to stop accepting grapes for winemaking, reflecting structural challenges within the industry.

Between 2021 and 2023, production experienced significant volatility driven by extreme weather and state support measures. In 2021, a prolonged heatwave and drought, particularly in the Limassol and Paphos regions, along with fertilization and spraying restrictions in Natura protected areas, led to near-zero yields in affected zones, though total output remained stable. The following year, despite wildfires that destroyed 5,000 decares of vineyards in mountainous Limassol, government subsidies totaling 34.45 million euros helped boost production to 25 thousand tons. However, 2023 saw output fall to 19.6 thousand tons due to an unproductive season with limited table grape and wine grape yields.

Production grapes in Cyprus

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Top producers of grapes, 2017-2020

World map of production of grapes, 2017-2020

Cyprus's grape production volume increased for the second consecutive year. In 2020, 23 140 tonnes of grapes were produced in Cyprus, which is 1.7% higher than in 2019. The minimum production was recorded in 2018 at 22 380 tonnes. The largest decline occurred in 2018 with a 1.9% decrease, while the largest increase was seen in 2019 with a 1.7% rise.

Annual dynamics of production in Cyprus in kind, 2017-2020, t

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

After a two-year decrease, grape production in Cyprus increased in value. In 2020, the output of grapes was valued at 48 540 thousand US dollars in Cyprus, indicating an 18.4% increase compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production decreased by 10.6%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.7%. The minimum value was recorded in 2019 at 40 993 thousand US dollars, and the largest decline occurred in 2019 with an 18.9% drop.

Annual dynamics of production in Cyprus in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Exports grapes from Cyprus

Exports in kind, t

The market showed signs of volatility over the observed period. Import levels fluctuated significantly, with a 31-fold difference between the high in 2017 and the low in 2019. Cyprus exported 158 tonnes of grapes in 2020, up by 2,495.5% from the previous year. The minimum value was recorded in 2019 at 6 tonnes, and the largest decline occurred in 2019 with a 94.6% decrease.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the geographical pattern of exports in kind reflected a strong dependence on Austria, which absorbed 91.0% of total flows.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Volatility characterized the market behavior during these years. Exports reached their peak in 2017, falling to the lowest point in 2019—a difference of 41 times. In 2020, Cyprus's grape export volume amounted to 332 thousand US dollars, which is 2,923.0% greater compared to 2019. The minimum value was recorded in 2019 at 11 thousand US dollars, and the largest decline occurred in 2019 with a 95.7% decrease.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the partner base for exports in value terms was extremely narrow, with Austria alone responsible for 91.9% of total flows.

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

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

Imports grapes to Cyprus

Imports in kind, t

Foreign grape supplies to Cyprus increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, imports amounted to 3 085 tonnes, equivalent to a controlled advance of 6.5% compared to the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, imports increased by 45.3%, equating to a 13.3% annualized rate.

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

Throughout 2017 to 2020, the country structure of imports in kind was dominated by Greece, which accounted for 77.5% of total flows, while other destinations were relatively small.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Grape shipments to Cyprus from abroad increased for the third consecutive year. Cyprus imported a total of 5 762 thousand US dollars of grapes in 2020, indicating a slight increase of 2.1% compared to the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, imports increased by 52.5%, equating to a 15.1% annualized rate.

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

Over 2017 to 2020, Greece was the dominant supplier of grapes to Cyprus, accounting for 70.0% of total imports in value terms, with other countries sharing the remaining volume.

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

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