Key Market Indicators
Korean exports of dried fruit are expected to reach $8 million by 2026, up from $6.3 million in 2021, according to a compound annual growth rate of 3.8%. Since 1993, Korean supply has grown by an average of 12.9% each year. In 2021, Korea was the 35th biggest exporter, overtaken by Hungary at $6.3 million. Germany, the US and Chile were the top three exporters in this ranking. Korean imports of dried fruit are forecast to reach $19.7 million by 2026, up from $17.4 million in 2021, with a year-on-year average growth rate of 1.9%. Since 1993, Korean demand has grown at an average of 7.2% annually. In 2021, Korea was the 32nd largest importer, surpassed by Ireland at $17.4 million. Germany, the UK and China were the next three largest importers in this ranking.
