Peaches and nectarines market in Uzbekistan

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018, systemic reforms in Uzbekistan's agricultural sector aimed at phasing out inefficient models provided a foundation for growth in peach and nectarine production. By 2020, the introduction of new varieties helped broaden the product range and enhance competitiveness. However, the domestic market volume fell that year as exports surged, capturing a larger share of the output.

In 2021, a significant expansion of bearing orchard areas in the Fergana region supported higher production, while a sharp drop in exports allowed the domestic market to rebound strongly. The following year, a bumper harvest and consequent decline in wholesale prices made Uzbek peaches and nectarines more attractive on export markets, leading to increased shipments abroad that reduced domestic availability despite continued production growth.

The trend continued into 2023, with another high-yield season and low prices further boosting exports. The release of new nectarine varieties such as ‘Khosiyat’ and ‘Ifora’ improved product quality, strengthening Uzbekistan's position in key export destinations like the EAEU countries. By 2024, exports reached new heights, driven by strong demand in Russia and other CIS markets, keeping pressure on the domestic market volume.

Production peaches and nectarines in Uzbekistan

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

From 2017 to 2020, Uzbekistan held the 15th position globally in peach and nectarine production.

Top producers of peaches and nectarines, 2017-2020

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

In 2020, Uzbekistan produced 184.3 thousand tons of peaches and nectarines, representing a slight decrease of 2.4% compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, production declined by 4.7%, with an average annual growth rate of -1.6%. The lowest production level was recorded in 2018 at 161.9 thousand tons. That year also saw the largest decline of 16.2%, while 2019 experienced the biggest increase of 16.6%.

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

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In 2020, the value of peach and nectarine production in Uzbekistan reached 139.6 million US dollars, marking a 9.4% decrease from the year before. Between 2017 and 2020, production value grew by 29.3%, translating to an average annual increase of 8.9%. The lowest value was recorded in 2018 at 104.6 million US dollars, while the highest was in 2019 at 154.0 million US dollars. The largest increase occurred in 2019, with a jump of 47.2%.

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

Exports peaches and nectarines from Uzbekistan

Exports in kind, t

In 2020, Uzbekistan exported 85 650 tons of peaches and nectarines, showing a significant year-on-year increase of 51.8%. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports grew by 98.7%, with an average annual growth rate of 25.7%. The largest decline was recorded in 2019 at 13.4%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, Kazakhstan and Russia were the leading destinations for Uzbekistan's peach and nectarine exports in volume terms, together accounting for 81.8% of total exports, while the remaining share was distributed among other countries.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Peach and nectarine exports from Uzbekistan increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, export value reached 64 868 thousand US dollars, reflecting a substantial rise of 40.9% compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, export value surged by 169.5%, equivalent to an average annual growth rate of 39.2%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the main buyers of Uzbekistan's peaches and nectarines in value terms were Kazakhstan (38.8% of exports), Russia (37.0%), and Kyrgyzstan (21.9%). Together, these three countries accounted for 97.6% of total export value.

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

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

Imports peaches and nectarines to Uzbekistan

Imports in kind, t

Import volumes showed considerable volatility during this period. Imports reached their lowest point in 2017 and peaked in 2020, with a 3.5-fold difference between these years. In 2020, Uzbekistan imported 64 tons of peaches and nectarines, representing a dramatic increase of 183.5% compared to the previous year. The largest decline was recorded in 2019 at 41.1%.

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

Throughout 2017-2020, Russia (56.2% of import volume), China (19.5%), and Tajikistan (12.2%) formed the core group of suppliers for Uzbekistan's peach and nectarine imports, together representing 87.9% of total import volume.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Import values exhibited significant volatility during these years. The period saw a low in 2017 and a peak in 2020, with a 4.4-fold amplitude between them. In 2020, Uzbekistan imported approximately 57 thousand US dollars worth of peaches and nectarines, indicating a sharp increase of 168.3% compared to the previous year. The largest decline was recorded in 2019 at 0.9%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Russia and China clearly dominated Uzbekistan's peach and nectarine imports in value terms, jointly accounting for 81.0% of total import value, while other countries held much smaller shares.

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

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