Peaches and nectarines market in Switzerland

Earlier Report Observations

The Swiss market for peaches and nectarines expanded from 28 665 т in 2018 to 31 621 т in 2019. This growth was partly supported by increased plantings in France by Sarl Racamier, which from 2018 raised export volumes to Switzerland, boosting imports.

Market volume contracted to 28 244 т by 2021, then saw a modest recovery to 28 503 т in 2022. During this period, Swiss demand for peaches and nectarines was observed to be weak compared to other European markets, limiting price momentum and market growth. Additionally, from July 2022, changes to incentive taxes on conventional young tree material may have influenced long-term production decisions.

In 2023, the market grew to 29 397 т. Looking ahead, the total area for fruit cultivation in Switzerland, including peaches and nectarines, is planned to increase slightly in 2024, while indicative prices for fruit production and trade continue to be set by industry bodies.

Production peaches and nectarines in Switzerland

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Top producers of peaches and nectarines, 2017-2020

World map of production of peaches and nectarines, 2017-2020

In 2020, Switzerland produced 215.0 tonnes of peaches and nectarines, marking a modest decline of 3.6% compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production fell by 13.3%, with a compound annual growth rate of 4.6%. The lowest production level was recorded in 2018 at 204.0 tonnes. The most significant decrease occurred in 2018, with a drop of 17.7%, while the largest increase was observed in 2019, rising by 9.3%.

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

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In 2020, the output value of peaches and nectarines in Switzerland was 481.5 thousand US dollars, representing a significant decrease of 11.5% compared to 2019. The lowest value was recorded in 2018 at 454.2 thousand US dollars, while the highest was in 2019 at 543.9 thousand US dollars. The most substantial increase occurred in 2019, with a rise of 19.7%.

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

Exports peaches and nectarines from Switzerland

Exports in kind, t

Switzerland's exports of peaches and nectarines declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports stood at 13 tonnes, reflecting a sharp decrease of 54.3% compared to 2019. From 2017 to 2020, exports fell by 67.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of 31.3%. The highest export volume was recorded in 2018 at 43 tonnes, and the largest increase occurred in 2018, with a rise of 6.6%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the main buyers of Swiss peaches and nectarines in terms of volume were France, accounting for 36.0% of exports, the Netherlands at 23.8%, and the Philippines at 22.5%. Together, these three countries comprised 82.3% of total exports.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Switzerland's exports of peaches and nectarines in value terms declined for the second year in a row. In 2020, export value was recorded at 30 thousand US dollars, which is 58.1% lower than the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports decreased by 63%, with a compound annual growth rate of 28.2%. The highest value was in 2018 at 97 thousand US dollars, and the largest increase occurred in 2018, with a rise of 21.1%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the three largest markets for Swiss peaches and nectarines in value terms were the Netherlands, France, and the Philippines, collectively accounting for 75.1% of total export flows.

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

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

Imports peaches and nectarines to Switzerland

Imports in kind, t

In 2020, Switzerland's imports of peaches and nectarines in volume terms were recorded at 29 326 tonnes, a decrease of 6.7% compared to the prior year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports fell by 12.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of 4.4%. The lowest import volume was in 2018 at 28 504 tonnes. The most significant decline occurred in 2018, with a drop of 15.2%, while the largest increase was in 2019, rising by 10.3%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Spain and Italy together accounted for 91.1% of Switzerland's total imports of peaches and nectarines in volume, with other countries forming a diverse but less significant portion.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Switzerland's import value for peaches and nectarines reached 63 306 thousand US dollars, showing a robust increase of 22.8% year-over-year. From 2017 to 2020, imports grew by 19.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of 6.1%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 51 563 thousand US dollars, and the largest decline occurred in 2019, with a decrease of 4.5%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the country structure of Switzerland's imports in value terms was highly concentrated, with Spain and Italy together accounting for 88.4% of total flows, while other partners made up the remainder.

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

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