Prepared or preserved nuts and seeds market in Czechia

Earlier Report Observations

The market for prepared or preserved nuts and seeds in Czechia expanded steadily from 17,540 tons in 2019 to over 20,493 tons in 2022, supported by growing domestic production which increased from 7,056 tons to 10,770 tons over the same period. This upward trend was interrupted in 2023 when the market volume contracted to 18,816 tons, coinciding with a significant rise in export volumes. The market recovered in 2024, reaching 20,199 tons, a level close to the 2022 peak.

The market's recovery and growth in 2024 were underpinned by clear shifts in consumer behavior. Increased interest in simple, functional snacks among younger generations and a broader trend toward healthy nutrition boosted demand for nuts and seeds as convenient, less-processed food options. Furthermore, the growing popularity of exotic seeds like chia expanded the product assortment available to consumers, contributing to overall market volume. Looking ahead to 2025, industry focus remains on product quality, with innovations such as fine-grinding techniques for nut butters and educational seminars for producers, continuing to shape market development.

Production prepared or preserved nuts and seeds in Czechia

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Czechia's production of prepared or preserved nuts and seeds has increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, the output was valued at 38 721 thousand US dollars, marking a 22.9% rise from the previous year. From 2019 to 2021, production grew by 24.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of 7.6%.

Annual dynamics of production in Czechia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Production of prepared or preserved nuts and seeds in Czechia has risen for the second year in a row. In 2021, the country produced 9 477 tonnes, reflecting a significant increase of 31.4% compared to 2020. Over the period from 2019 to 2021, production expanded by 34.3%, with a compound annual growth rate of 10.3%.

Annual dynamics of production in Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports prepared or preserved nuts and seeds from Czechia

Exports in kind, t

Czechia's exports of prepared or preserved nuts and seeds have increased after a two-year decline. In 2021, the country exported 4 905 tonnes, showing a sharp rise of 25.6% from the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, exports grew by 10%, equating to an annualized rate of 3.2%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2020 at 3 905 tonnes, while the largest decline occurred in 2019 with an 8.6% drop.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Poland, Slovakia, and Germany consistently led the country structure of exports in kind. Poland accounted for 28.5% of exports, Slovakia for 25.5%, and Germany for 14.7%, together making up 68.7% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Czechia in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

Exports of prepared or preserved nuts and seeds from Czechia have increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, the value reached 23 044 thousand US dollars, which is 32.8% higher than in 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, exports rose by 32%, with an annualized rate of 9.7%. The minimum value was recorded in 2019 at 16 892 thousand US dollars, and the largest decline also occurred in 2019 with a 3.2% decrease.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Czechia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Throughout 2018 to 2021, Slovakia, Poland, and Germany remained the key partners in exports by value. Slovakia represented 31.1% of exports, Poland 20.2%, and Germany 13.8%, together accounting for 65.1% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Czechia in value, 2018-2021

Imports prepared or preserved nuts and seeds to Czechia

Imports in kind, t

In 2021, Czechia's imports of prepared or preserved nuts and seeds amounted to 14 907 tonnes, showing a slight decrease of 2.3% year-over-year. From 2018 to 2021, imports fell by 12.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of -4.4%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2019 at 14 561 tonnes, with the largest decline also in 2019 at 14.6%. The largest increase occurred in 2020 with a 4.8% rise.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Poland, Slovakia, and Germany were the key partners in imports by volume. Poland accounted for 29.6% of imports, Slovakia for 17.1%, and Germany for 12.4%, together comprising 59.1% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Czechia in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

After a two-year rise, Czechia's imports of prepared or preserved nuts and seeds declined. In 2021, imports were recorded at 65 112 thousand US dollars, showing a small drop of 0.9% compared to the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, imports increased by 13.2%, with an annualized rate of 4.2%. The maximum value was recorded in 2020 at 65 681 thousand US dollars, and the largest increase also occurred in 2020 with a 13.8% rise.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Czechia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Over the period from 2018 to 2021, Germany, Poland, and Slovakia were the main suppliers of prepared or preserved nuts and seeds to Czechia by value. Germany accounted for 23.1% of imports, Poland for 22.0%, and Slovakia for 14.1%, together making up 59.3% of total imports.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Czechia in value, 2018-2021