Plums and sloes market in Poland

Earlier Report Observations

The market for fresh plums and sloes in Poland experienced a significant contraction in 2019, with volume dropping to 107 thousand tons. However, this was followed by a strong and sustained recovery, with the market expanding consistently over the next four years to reach 146 thousand tons by 2023.

The growth trajectory was reinforced in 2022 by shifting consumer habits, particularly a rising interest in plant-based foods and a preference for local, seasonal produce. These trends boosted demand for fresh fruit, supporting the market's increase to 139 thousand tons that year.

Market growth continued into 2023, with volume rising to 146 thousand tons. This was supported by a notable increase in imports, which helped offset a slight decrease in domestic production, indicating robust overall consumption.

Production plums and sloes in Poland

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

From 2017 to 2020, Poland maintained the 19th position globally in terms of plum and sloe production volume.

Top producers of plums and sloes, 2017-2020

World map of production of plums and sloes, 2017-2020

The market exhibited volatility during the observed period. Production reached its lowest point in 2017, then peaked in 2018 with a 2.1-fold increase. In 2020, Poland produced 117.4 K t of plums and sloes, marking a 23.6% rise from the previous year. The highest production level was recorded in 2018 at 121.1 K t. The largest decline occurred in 2019, dropping by 21.6%, while the most significant increase was in 2018, surging by 107.3%.

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

Exports plums and sloes from Poland

Exports in kind, t

Export volumes showed considerable volatility over these years. Exports hit their lowest point in 2017, then peaked in 2018 with a 3.7-fold difference. In 2020, Poland exported 8 780 t of plums and sloes, representing a sharp 33.3% increase from the previous year. The maximum export volume was recorded in 2018 at 9 254 t. The largest decline occurred in 2019, falling by 28.8%, while the most substantial increase was in 2018, jumping by 274.7%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, Germany, Ukraine, and Finland were the primary buyers of Polish plums and sloes, accounting for 51.6% of total exports in volume. Germany led with 26.6% of exports, followed by Ukraine at 14.1%, and Finland at 10.9%.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Export values displayed irregular fluctuations, reflecting a volatile market. The lowest point was in 2017, with exports peaking in 2020, showing a 2.9-fold difference. In 2020, plum and sloe shipments from Poland reached 7 741 K $ US, a steep 64.0% increase compared to 2019. The largest decline occurred in 2019, dropping by 8.6%, while the most significant increase was in 2018, rising by 91.3%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Germany, Ukraine, and Finland remained the top markets for Polish plum and sloe exports in value terms, collectively representing 54.4% of total export flows.

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

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

Imports plums and sloes to Poland

Imports in kind, t

Import volumes experienced irregular changes, indicating a volatile market environment. Imports reached their lowest point in 2018, after peaking in 2017 with a 3.4-fold gap. In 2020, Poland imported 19 515 t of plums and sloes, showing a gradual 3.2% increase from the previous year. The minimum import volume was recorded in 2018 at 10 576 t. The largest decline occurred in 2018, falling by 70.9%, while the most substantial increase was in 2019, rising by 78.7%.

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

During 2017–2020, Spain, Moldova, and Italy were the main sources of plum and sloe imports to Poland in volume terms, together accounting for 64.7% of total imports. Spain contributed 33.4%, Moldova 18.8%, and Italy 12.5%.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Plum and sloe imports to Poland increased for the second consecutive year in 2020, reaching 20 095 K $ US, a 19.7% rise compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports decreased by 31.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of -11.7%. The lowest import value was recorded in 2018 at 13 380 K $ US. The largest decline occurred in 2018, dropping by 54.2%, while the most significant increase was in 2019, rising by 25.4%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Spain, Italy, and South Africa continued to lead as the primary suppliers of plums and sloes to Poland in value terms, jointly representing 54.4% of total imports. Spain accounted for 32.3%, Italy for 12.4%, and South Africa for 9.8%.

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

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