Quinces market in Southern Europe

Earlier Report Observations

The quince market in Southern Europe saw volume fall from 17 369 t in 2018 to 15 372 t in 2019, before recovering to 17 645 t in 2020. Throughout this period, the market maintained its traditional structure, with cultivation concentrated in regions like Andalusia and Valencia and sales occurring primarily through local markets and specialty stores.

In 2021, market volume contracted to 15 164 t. This year was marked by a growing interest in organic quinces, evidenced by a 50% price premium for organic produce and the strengthening of specialized companies like Campomar Nature in this segment. The following year, the market expanded sharply, with volume surging to 22 870 t in 2022.

Market growth continued into 2023, reaching 26 027 t. This increase was supported by the expansion of online sales and greater internet and smartphone penetration, which improved distribution and direct-to-consumer channels for fresh produce. These developments, alongside a sustained consumer trend toward fresh and organic goods, facilitated the market's rise.

Production quinces in Southern Europe

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Top producers of quinces, 2017-2020

World map of production of quinces, 2017-2020

Following two years of decline, quince production in Southern Europe rebounded in 2020. That year, the region produced 19 220 tonnes of quinces, marking a 4.1% increase compared to 2019. However, looking at the broader period from 2017 to 2020, production actually fell by 47.3%, which translates to an average annual decline of 19.2%. The lowest production level was recorded in 2019 at 18 469 tonnes, while the steepest drop occurred in 2018 with a 45.3% decrease.

Annual dynamics of production in Southern Europe in kind, 2017-2020, t

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

After two consecutive years of contraction, the value of quince production in Southern Europe rose in 2020. The output was valued at 21 635 thousand US dollars, representing a significant 11.4% increase from 2019. Despite this recent uptick, over the 2017-2020 period, production value declined by 46.9%, corresponding to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -19.0%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 19 424 thousand US dollars, with the most substantial decline taking place in 2018 at 46.6%.

Annual dynamics of production in Southern Europe in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Exports quinces from Southern Europe

Exports in kind, t

Following two years of growth, quince exports from Southern Europe experienced a slight downturn in 2020. Exports reached 5 000 tonnes, reflecting a modest 3.4% decrease compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, however, exports increased by 29.4%, with a CAGR of 9.0%. The peak export volume was recorded in 2019 at 5 173 tonnes, which also saw the largest annual increase of 18.5%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, the geographical structure of quince exports in volume terms was highly diversified. The top three destinations—Romania (15.5% of exports), France (12.0%), and Germany (9.3%)—collectively accounted for only 36.8% of total flows. The remaining 63.2% was distributed among numerous smaller partner countries.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Southern Europe exported quinces worth 5 177 thousand US dollars, representing a sharp 29.0% year-on-year increase. Over the 2017-2020 period, export value grew by 51.9%, with a CAGR of 15.0%. The largest decline during this timeframe occurred in 2019, with a 5.5% drop.

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

From 2017 to 2020, quince exports in value terms were spread across a wide range of partner countries. The top three—France (15.5% of export value), Romania (13.1%), and Israel (12.8%)—jointly accounted for just 41.3% of total flows, indicating a highly diversified export market.

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

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

Imports quinces to Southern Europe

Imports in kind, t

Quince imports into Southern Europe increased for the second consecutive year in 2020. The region imported 3 424 tonnes, which is 65.0% higher than in 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports rose by 78.6%, equating to an average annual growth rate of 21.3%. The lowest import volume was recorded in 2018 at 1 776 tonnes, which also saw a 7.3% decline that year.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, the geographical structure of quince imports in volume terms was highly diversified. The top three suppliers—Turkey (22.2% of imports), France (2.5%), and Germany (0.9%)—together accounted for only 25.5% of total flows. The remaining 74.5% was distributed among numerous smaller partner countries.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Quince imports into Southern Europe grew for the second year in a row in 2020. The region imported quinces worth 3 787 thousand US dollars, reflecting a dramatic 84.5% increase compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, import value surged by 97%, corresponding to an average annual growth rate of 25.4%. The largest decline during this period was recorded in 2018, though it was negligible at 0.0%.

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

The structure of quince imports in value terms from 2017 to 2020 can be described as diversified. The top three suppliers—Turkey (25.2% of import value), France (5.5%), and Germany (2.2%)—collectively accounted for just 32.9% of total flows, with no single country holding a clearly dominant position.

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

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