Peaches and nectarines market in Tunisia

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2023, Tunisia's production of peaches and nectarines increased from 121 thousand tons to 157.8 thousand tons, while the market volume grew from 110.5 thousand tons to 148 thousand tons in physical terms. In value, the market expanded from 101.8 million $ to 182.7 million $. This growth was primarily driven by the launch of export seasons to Libya and Gulf countries, which created additional demand and encouraged higher output.

By 2023, a renewed consumer interest in organic fruits and vegetables, including peaches and nectarines, boosted domestic consumption. At the same time, farmers adopted alternative protection strategies against peach leaf curl, helping to maintain yields despite disease pressures. Strategic adjustments by growers in response to market trends and price fluctuations also supported production efficiency.

Over the period, the sector faced challenges such as a reported 8% annual contraction in orchard area and water scarcity impacting irrigation. However, strong export demand and the shift towards organic consumption continued to underpin market growth, leading to steady increases in both production and market size through 2023.

Production peaches and nectarines in Tunisia

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

Globally, Tunisia ranked as the 19th largest producer of peaches and nectarines between 2017 and 2020.

Top producers of peaches and nectarines, 2017-2020

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

Tunisia's production of peaches and nectarines grew for the third consecutive year. In 2020, the country produced 147.0 thousand tonnes, a 5.0% increase year-over-year. From 2017 to 2020, production rose by 25.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of 7.9%.

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

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

The value of peaches and nectarines production in Tunisia increased for the second year in a row. In 2020, output was valued at 152.4 million US dollars, a significant 16.7% rise compared to the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, production value grew by 32.2%, equivalent to an annualized rate of 9.7%. The lowest value was recorded in 2018 at 111.5 million US dollars. The largest decline occurred in 2018, falling by 3.3%, while the largest increase was in 2019, up by 17.2%.

Annual dynamics of production in Tunisia in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Exports peaches and nectarines from Tunisia

Exports in kind, t

Following two years of growth, Tunisia's exports of peaches and nectarines declined. In 2020, exports totaled 6 633 tonnes, a 44.1% decrease from the previous year. Over the period 2017-2020, exports fell by 20.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of -7.5%. The peak was in 2019 at 11 862 tonnes, and the largest increase was in 2018, rising by 25.4%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Libya was the primary buyer of peaches and nectarines from Tunisia, accounting for 79.5% of total exports in volume, with the remaining share distributed among a diverse group of other countries.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

After a two-year upward trend, Tunisia's export value of peaches and nectarines dropped. In 2020, exports amounted to 6 876 thousand US dollars, a 37.9% decrease year-over-year. Between 2017 and 2020, export value declined by 16.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of -5.9%. The highest value was in 2019 at 11 068 thousand US dollars, and the largest increase occurred in 2018, up by 17.2%.

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

During 2017-2020, Libya, the United Arab Emirates, and Russia were the leading destinations for Tunisia's peaches and nectarines exports in value terms. Libya accounted for 50.3% of exports, the United Arab Emirates for 15.0%, and Russia for 9.3%, together representing 74.7% of total export flows.

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

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

Imports peaches and nectarines to Tunisia

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Market performance showed notable fluctuations during this period. The lowest import volume was in 2018, while the highest was in 2019, with a 1.8-fold difference between these years. In 2020, Tunisia's imports of peaches and nectarines totaled 12 tonnes, a 41.4% decrease from 2019. The peak volume was recorded in 2019 at 21 tonnes, and the largest increase occurred in 2019, rising by 83.0%.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

The data indicates irregular changes, pointing to a volatile market environment. The lowest import value was in 2020, and the highest was in 2019, with a peak-to-trough ratio of 3.1 times. In 2020, imports amounted to 12 thousand US dollars, a 67.8% decline compared to 2019. The maximum value was in 2019 at 36 thousand US dollars, and the largest increase was in 2019, up by 139.8%.

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

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