Pumpkins, squash and gourds market in South-eastern Asia

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2020, production of fresh pumpkins, squash and gourds in South-eastern Asia increased from 872 thousand tons to 960 thousand tons. The notable rise in 2019 coincided with emerging consumer trends in Singapore, where a heightened focus on health and freshness, along with the expansion of online and social grocery shopping platforms, boosted demand for fresh produce like pumpkins and squash.

Market volume fluctuated between 939 and 963 thousand tons from 2021 to 2023. The peak in 2022 at 963 thousand tons occurred alongside enhanced regulatory and statistical tracking of fresh vegetables in Singapore, which provided market stability. A slight correction followed in 2023, bringing the volume to 948 thousand tons.

In 2024, key industry trends in Singapore, such as the shift towards health-conscious choices and plant-based eating motivated by well-being and environmental concerns, continued to shape consumer demand for vegetables including pumpkins and gourds.

Production pumpkins, squash and gourds in South-eastern Asia

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

Top producers of pumpkins, squash and gourds, 2017-2020

World map of production of pumpkins, squash and gourds, 2017-2020

Pumpkins, squash, and gourds production in South-eastern Asia has increased for the second consecutive year. In 2020, the region produced 960 K t, marking a slight increase of 0.7% compared to 2019. However, looking at the broader period from 2017 to 2020, production decreased by 4.2%, which translates to an average annual decline of 1.4%. The lowest production level was recorded in 2018 at 872 K t, representing a significant drop of 13.0% from the previous year. This was followed by a notable recovery in 2019, with production rising by 9.3%.

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

Exports pumpkins, squash and gourds from South-eastern Asia

Exports in kind, t

Exports of pumpkins, squash, and gourds from South-eastern Asia have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, exports reached 25 567 t, a substantial increase of 36.8% compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports surged by 723.7%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 102.0%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, China, South Korea, and Japan remained the primary buyers of pumpkins, squash, and gourds from South-eastern Asia in terms of volume. China accounted for 63.3% of exports, South Korea for 2.3%, and Japan for 0.6%. Together, these three countries represented 66.2% of total exports in kind.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

The market exhibited volatility during the observed period. The lowest export value was recorded in 2017, while the highest was in 2019, with a peak-to-trough ratio of 2.3 times. In 2020, the export value of pumpkins, squash, and gourds from South-eastern Asia amounted to 10 617 K $ US, reflecting a decrease of 24.1% compared to the previous year. The maximum value was achieved in 2019 at 13 994 K $ US, which also saw the largest increase of 94.2%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, China, South Korea, and Japan consistently served as the main destinations for exports in value terms. China accounted for 39.9% of exports, South Korea for 7.4%, and Japan for 1.8%. Collectively, these three countries represented 49.0% of total export flows.

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

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

Imports pumpkins, squash and gourds to South-eastern Asia

Imports in kind, t

Imports of pumpkins, squash, and gourds into South-eastern Asia have increased for the second consecutive year. In 2020, imports totaled 9 648 t, showing a modest uptick of 2.0% year-over-year. The lowest import volume was recorded in 2018 at 8 657 t, which marked a decline of 8.6% from the previous year. This was followed by a recovery in 2019, with imports rising by 9.3%.

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

Throughout 2017 to 2020, Australia, China, and India remained the key sources for imports in kind of pumpkins, squash, and gourds into South-eastern Asia. Australia accounted for 8.2% of imports, China for 8.0%, and India for 1.7%. Together, these three countries contributed 17.8% of total import flows.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

South-eastern Asia's imports of pumpkins, squash, and gourds in value terms have increased for the second consecutive year. In 2020, imports amounted to 23 543 K $ US, representing a 4.0% increase compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports grew by 3%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.0%. The lowest import value was recorded in 2018 at 22 542 K $ US, which saw a decline of 1.4% from the previous year.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the partner landscape for imports in value terms was diverse. Australia, China, and India were the main contributors, accounting for 21.8%, 9.8%, and 3.7% of imports, respectively. Together, they formed 35.3% of total flows, while the remaining 64.7% was distributed among many other countries.

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

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