Pumpkins, squash and gourds market in the Netherlands

Earlier Report Observations

The market for pumpkins, squash and gourds in the Netherlands expanded steadily from 2018 to 2022, with volume growing from 58 thousand tons to 85 thousand tons. This growth coincided with increased consumer engagement through agritourism activities like pumpkin-picking days and national fairs, which promoted both edible and decorative varieties. Local farms boosted direct sales and seasonal events, strengthening domestic consumption.

Market volume declined by 20% to 67 thousand tons in 2023, a contraction linked to unfavorable spring weather that affected harvest yields, as reported by growers. Updated customs regulations for import and export may have also influenced trade flows during this period. The distinction between edible pumpkins and ornamental gourds became more pronounced in retail, helping to stabilize demand for culinary uses.

Production pumpkins, squash and gourds in the Netherlands

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

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

The Netherlands has seen its production of pumpkins, squash, and gourds grow for the third year in a row. In 2020, the country produced 32 790 tonnes, marking a 2.1% increase compared to 2019. Looking at the period from 2017 to 2020, production rose by 25.2%, which translates to an average annual growth rate of 7.8%.

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In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

The value of pumpkins, squash, and gourds production in the Netherlands has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, output was valued at 45 756 thousand US dollars, showing a modest rise of 3.0% from 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, production value grew by 12%, averaging an annualized rate of 3.8%.

Annual dynamics of production in the Netherlands in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Exports pumpkins, squash and gourds from the Netherlands

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Export volumes of pumpkins, squash, and gourds from the Netherlands have risen for the third year in a row. In 2020, exports reached 45 303 tonnes, reflecting a 5.9% increase compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports grew by 15.9%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.0%.

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From 2017 to 2020, Germany, Belgium, and the United Kingdom were consistently the main destinations for exports in kind. Germany accounted for 39.3% of exports, Belgium for 11.6%, and the United Kingdom for 8.2%, together making up 59.1% of total export flows.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

The value of pumpkins, squash, and gourds exports from the Netherlands has increased for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports amounted to 63 217 thousand US dollars, representing a 6.9% rise from the year before. Over the 2017-2020 period, export value grew by 3.7%, with a CAGR of 1.2%. The lowest value was recorded in 2018 at 57 829 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 5.1%.

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

Throughout 2017-2020, Germany, Belgium, and the United Kingdom formed the key group of partners for exports in value terms. Germany held 42.4% of exports, Belgium 9.5%, and the United Kingdom 9.1%, jointly accounting for 61.1% of total export flows.

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

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

Imports pumpkins, squash and gourds to the Netherlands

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The Netherlands has experienced a third consecutive year of growth in imports of pumpkins, squash, and gourds. In 2020, the country imported approximately 82 447 tonnes, which is 13.6% higher than the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports increased by 30.3%, with a CAGR of 9.2%.

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From 2017 to 2020, Spain, Germany, and Portugal remained the key partners for imports in kind. Spain accounted for 52.4% of imports, Germany for 11.3%, and Portugal for 10.6%, together representing 74.3% of total import flows.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

The value of pumpkins, squash, and gourds imports into the Netherlands has grown for the second year in a row. In 2020, imports totalled 85 133 thousand US dollars, corresponding to a 25.9% increase year-over-year. Over the 2017-2020 period, import value rose by 27.4%, with a CAGR of 8.4%. The minimum value was recorded in 2018 at 64 878 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 2.9%.

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

Throughout 2017-2020, Spain, South Africa, and Germany formed the core of imports in value terms. Spain accounted for 60.3% of imports, South Africa for 8.1%, and Germany for 7.9%, together taking 76.3% of total import flows.

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

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