Peas market in the Philippines, 2026

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2023, the fresh peas market in the Philippines remained stable, with annual volume consistently between 5 070 t and 5 132 t. Domestic production was the sole source of supply, as imports were absent, and minimal exports did not alter the market size significantly. The market peaked in 2019 at 5 132 t before settling at levels just above 5 070 t.

The market landscape saw notable developments in 2024. Republic Act No. 10611 strengthened the national food safety regulatory system, directly affecting market access and standards for fresh peas. At the same time, evolving consumer trends in the Philippines showed increased demand for fresh foods and balanced diets, supporting the underlying demand for vegetables like peas.

Production peas in the Philippines

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Top producers of peas, 2017-2020

World map of production of peas, 2017-2020

In 2019, pea production in the Philippines reached its highest level at 5,133 tonnes. However, in 2020, output declined slightly to 5,070 tonnes, representing a 1.2% decrease from the previous year. The lowest production volume was recorded in 2018 at 5,008 tonnes. The most significant year-on-year increase occurred in 2019 with growth of 2.5%, while the largest decline was observed in 2018 at 1.2%.

Annual dynamics of production in the Philippines in kind, 2017-2020, t

Exports peas from the Philippines

Exports in kind, kg

The market demonstrated considerable volatility during the observed period. Export volumes peaked in 2019 at 1,242 kilograms, then fell sharply to 289 kilograms in 2020, representing a 76.7% decline year-on-year. The difference between the peak and trough volumes was substantial, with 2019 levels being 4.3 times higher than those in 2020. The most dramatic increase occurred in 2019, when exports surged by 229.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from the Philippines in kind, 2017-2020, kg

Between 2017 and 2020, Philippine pea exports were highly concentrated, with Saudi Arabia accounting for 90.3% of total export volumes.

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

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

Exports in value, $ US

The data reveals irregular changes, indicating a volatile market environment. Export values reached their maximum in 2019 at 3,371 US dollars, then dropped to their minimum in 2018 at 260 US dollars, representing a 13-fold difference between these years. In 2020, pea exports from the Philippines amounted to 877 US dollars, down 74.0% from the previous year. The most significant decline occurred in 2018 with a 75.5% decrease, while the largest increase was recorded in 2019 with growth of 1,196.5%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Saudi Arabia remained the primary destination for Philippine pea exports in value terms, accounting for 82.4% of total export value, while other markets played much less significant roles.

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

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

Imports peas to the Philippines

Imports in kind, kg

There were noticeable fluctuations in import performance during this period. Import volumes reached their maximum in 2017, then dropped to their minimum in 2019 at 48 kilograms, representing a 6-fold difference between these years. In 2020, the Philippines imported approximately 89 kilograms of peas, an 86.0% increase from 2019. The most substantial decline occurred in 2018 with a 74.3% decrease.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to the Philippines in kind, 2017-2020, kg

Between 2017 and 2020, the geographical pattern of pea imports to the Philippines was characterized by strong dominance from France, which accounted for 75.6% of total import volumes, while other trading partners held relatively minor shares.

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

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

Imports in value, $ US

The market showed signs of volatility over the observed period. Import values peaked in 2017, then fell to their lowest point in 2018 at 47 US dollars, representing a 7.8-fold difference between these years. In 2020, the Philippines imported peas worth the previous year's value, showing a sharp increase of 73.0% compared to 2019. The most significant decline occurred in 2018 with an 87.2% decrease, while the largest increase was recorded in 2019 with growth of 334.0%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, France was the principal source of pea imports to the Philippines in value terms, accounting for 74.2% of total import value, while other origins formed a less significant portion of imports.

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

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