Pears market in Eastern Asia

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2020, pear production and market volume in Eastern Asia expanded steadily. Domestic consumption rose as consumer preference for high-quality pears increased, prompting varietal improvements and brand development. The industry benefited from government policies that deepened supply chain integration and modernized management systems, with Hebei province accounting for one-fifth of national output.

Growth accelerated between 2021 and 2023, supported by the adoption of artificial intelligence and precision farming technologies, which boosted yields and fruit quality. Market competition intensified, leading to product segmentation and diversified sales channels. Strong export performance to markets like Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand, coupled with enhanced regional brand value, contributed to rising production and market value.

In 2024, the industry faced extreme weather in Hebei, which reduced local output and pushed up prices. However, the introduction of electronic agricultural certificates streamlined market administration, and exports to the United States and Canada remained robust. The sector focused on addressing overproduction of specific varieties through better branding, while global supply tightness influenced trade dynamics.

Production pears in Eastern Asia

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

Top producers of pears, 2017-2020

World map of production of pears, 2017-2020

Eastern Asia's pear production increased for the second consecutive year. In 2020, the region produced 18 296 K t of pears, marking a modest rise of 2.2% compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production grew by 7%, which translates to an annualized growth rate of 2.3%. The lowest production level was recorded in 2018 at 16 688 K t, when output declined by 2.4%. In contrast, 2019 saw the largest increase, with production jumping by 7.3%.

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

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Eastern Asia's pear production value increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, the output was valued at 23 653 M $ US, representing a year-on-year growth of 3.2%. From 2017 to 2020, production value rose by 25.9%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.0%.

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

Exports pears from Eastern Asia

Exports in kind, K t

After a two-year decline, Eastern Asia's pear export volume increased. In 2020, the region exported 583.5 K t of pears, up by 10.9% compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports grew by 2.8%, with a CAGR of 0.9%. The lowest export volume was recorded in 2019 at 526.4 K t, following a decline of 5.7% in 2018.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the main destinations for Eastern Asia's pear exports in volume terms were Indonesia (31.9% of exports), Vietnam (17.1%), and Thailand (9.0%). Together, these three countries accounted for 58.1% of total export flows.

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

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

Exports in value, M $ US

Eastern Asia's pear export value increased for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports stood at 754.4 M $ US, showing a gain of 12.0% year-on-year. Between 2017 and 2020, export value rose by 21%, with a CAGR of 6.6%. The lowest value was recorded in 2018 at 622.9 M $ US, when exports declined by 0.1%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Vietnam (23.4% of exports in value terms), Indonesia (21.3%), and Thailand (9.9%) remained the leading destinations for Eastern Asia's pear exports. Combined, these three countries represented 54.6% of total export flows.

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

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

Imports pears to Eastern Asia

Imports in kind, K t

After a two-year increase, Eastern Asia's pear import volume declined. In 2020, imports reached 57.8 K t, which is 4.9% lower than in 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports grew by 17%, equating to an annualized rate of 5.4%. The highest import volume was recorded in 2019 at 60.8 K t, when imports surged by 17.7%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, pear imports to Eastern Asia in volume terms were spread across many countries. Belgium (7.0% of imports), the Netherlands (4.3%), and South Africa (4.2%) were the top sources, but together they accounted for only 15.6% of total import flows.

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

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

Imports in value, M $ US

Foreign pear supplies to Eastern Asia increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, import value totalled 73.2 M $ US, remaining stable compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports grew by 22.8%, with a CAGR of 7.1%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Belgium (14.5% of imports in value terms), the Netherlands (8.4%), and South Africa (6.5%) were the largest suppliers of pears to Eastern Asia. Together, they accounted for 29.4% of total imports, but the market remained diverse with many smaller partners.

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

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