Shelled almonds market in Algeria

Earlier Report Observations

The shelled almonds market in Algeria grew from 31,742 tons in 2018 to 39,365 tons in 2019. This increase was supported by the strengthening of the local almond sector, including calls to expand cultivated areas and establish processing companies, which boosted domestic production. Concurrently, the introduction of stricter fiscal and customs measures on imports in 2018 may have encouraged local supply, though imports also rose.

Market volume declined to 32,687 tons in 2020 and stabilized around 31,769 tons in 2021. This period coincided with global disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic, which affected distribution channels and dampened demand. Falling export prices for Algerian almonds further reflected market pressures during these years.

Recovery began in 2022, with the market reaching 37,790 tons that year and 43,578 tons in 2023. The growth was driven by the development of Algerian companies in roasting and packaging dried fruits, including almonds, which sought international suppliers to ensure regular supply. In 2023, a sharp rise in almond prices due to high seasonal demand during holidays also stimulated market activity. Into 2024, private investments in almond production in regions like Tlemcen and the digitalization of customs procedures supported continued import activity.

Production shelled almonds in Algeria

In kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Algeria ranked 9th globally in the production of shelled almonds.

Top producers of shelled almonds, 2017-2020

World map of production of shelled almonds, 2017-2020

In 2020, Algeria produced 28 795 tonnes of shelled almonds, representing a significant year-over-year decline of 16.1%. The lowest production level was recorded in 2018 at 27 087 tonnes, while the peak occurred in 2019 with 34 313 tonnes. The largest annual increase was observed in 2019, reaching 26.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in Algeria in kind, 2017-2020, t

Exports shelled almonds from Algeria

Exports in kind, t

The market showed an unstable trend throughout the period. Algeria exported 8 tonnes of shelled almonds in 2020, marking a sharp reduction of 54.7% compared to the previous year. The highest export volume was recorded in 2019 at 19 tonnes, with the largest increase that year reaching 2 056.6%. From the low in 2018 to the high in 2019, export volumes varied by a factor of 22.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, Poland, Italy, and Morocco were the primary destinations for Algeria's shelled almond exports in volume terms. Poland accounted for 38.1% of exports, Italy for 31.6%, and Morocco for 21.8%. Together, these three countries comprised 91.5% of total export flows.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Market performance exhibited noticeable fluctuations during this period. In 2020, Algeria's shelled almond exports amounted to 39 thousand US dollars, showing an abrupt reduction of 50.3% compared to the previous year. The maximum value was recorded in 2019 at 79 thousand US dollars, with the largest increase that year reaching 617.7%. From the lowest point in 2018 to the peak in 2019, export values varied by a factor of 7.2.

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

Throughout 2017–2020, Italy, Poland, and Slovenia formed the key group of partners for Algeria's shelled almond exports in value terms. Italy represented 37.1% of exports, Poland 32.7%, and Slovenia 20.1%. Collectively, these three countries accounted for 90.0% of total export flows.

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

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

Imports shelled almonds to Algeria

Imports in kind, t

In 2020, Algeria imported 3 901 tonnes of shelled almonds, which is 23.1% less than in 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports decreased by 40.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of -16.1%. The largest decline was recorded in 2018 at 29.5%, while the largest increase occurred in 2019 at 8.9%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the United States dominated Algeria's shelled almond imports in volume terms, capturing 81.5% of total flows. Other countries together accounted for the remaining share.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Algeria's cross-border shipments of shelled almonds were valued at 22 302 thousand US dollars, reflecting a steep fall of 29.2% compared to the previous year. Over the 2017–2020 period, imports decreased by 40.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of -16.0%. The largest increase was recorded in 2019 at 7.0%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, the United States remained the leading supplier of shelled almonds to Algeria in value terms, accounting for 79.7% of total imports. The rest was distributed among many other countries.

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

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