In-shell almonds market in Central Asia

Earlier Report Observations

The market volume for in-shell almonds in Central Asia grew from 25 544 t in 2018 to 39 330 t in 2023, with significant fluctuations throughout the period. A major expansion occurred in 2020 when volume surged to 37 000 t, followed by a modest contraction in 2021 before recovering to over 40 000 t in 2022.

Production trends mirrored this volatility, rising sharply to 37 065 t in 2020 and then stabilizing near 34 000–37 000 t. Imports played an increasing role, particularly in 2022 and 2023 when they exceeded 4 000 t and 5 000 t respectively, offsetting lower export volumes.

In 2024, the region witnessed substantial investments in domestic almond processing, including a $1.8 billion commitment across six provinces. Global supply factors such as drought conditions in major producing regions and sustained demand from Asian markets continued to shape trade dynamics.

Production in-shell almonds in Central Asia

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Top producers of in-shell almonds, 2017-2020

World map of production of in-shell almonds, 2017-2020

Central Asia's in-shell almond production has grown for the third year in a row. In 2020, the region produced 37 065 tonnes, marking a 35.7% increase from 2019. From 2017 to 2020, production surged by 262.2%, which translates to an average annual growth rate of 53.6%.

Annual dynamics of production in Central Asia in kind, 2017-2020, t

Exports in-shell almonds from Central Asia

Exports in kind, t

The data shows irregular changes, reflecting a volatile market. Exports varied significantly, with a 10-fold difference between the minimum in 2017 and the maximum in 2019. In 2020, Central Asia's in-shell almond exports dropped sharply to 1 024 tonnes, a 44.9% decrease from the previous year. The peak was recorded in 2019 at 1 859 tonnes, with the largest increase that year reaching 690.7%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the export structure in kind was quite diversified. Russia accounted for 22.9% of exports, the United Arab Emirates for 4.3%, and Ukraine for 3.8%, together making up only 31.0% of total flows. The remaining 69.0% was spread across numerous smaller markets.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Market performance showed noticeable fluctuations during this period. Exports varied by an 11.9-fold multiple, from a low in 2018 to a high in 2019. In 2020, Central Asia exported 2 924 thousand US dollars worth of in-shell almonds, a 69.1% drop from the previous year. The minimum value was 795 thousand US dollars in 2018, while the maximum was 9 467 thousand US dollars in 2019, with the largest increase that year at 1 091.2%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, the partner portfolio for exports in value terms was broad. The United Arab Emirates represented 3.5% of exports, Ukraine 2.7%, and Russia 2.6%, together accounting for only 8.9% of total flows.

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

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

Imports in-shell almonds to Central Asia

Imports in kind, t

Cross-border shipments of in-shell almonds to Central Asia have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, imports reached 959 tonnes, up 8.8% from 2019. From 2017 to 2020, imports grew by 355.6%, with an average annual growth rate of 65.8%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, China dominated imports in kind with 68.8%, followed by the United States at 7.2% and Iran at 3.6%. Together, these three countries accounted for 79.6% of total import flows.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Cross-border shipments of in-shell almonds to Central Asia have risen for the third year in a row. In 2020, imports totalled 1 262 thousand US dollars, showing a strong 12.6% gain from the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, imports increased by 139.3%, equating to an average annual rate of 33.8%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, China was the main destination for imports in value terms, accounting for 59.6%, with the United States at 4.7% and Iran at 3.0%. Together, these three countries made up 67.4% of total import flows.

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

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