Key Market Indicators
South African pepper consumption is set to remain unchanged in the coming years, with no change on average since 2017. Demand is expected to reach 22,000 metric tons by 2026. Production of peppers in South Africa is expected to grow at an average rate of 1.5% year on year and reach 1,200 metric tons by 2026. Since 1991, the country's pepper supply has increased by 2.1% year on year. South Africa was ranked 102nd in 2021, below Finland (1,090 metric tons). Mexico, Indonesia, and Spain took the second, third and fourth spots, respectively.
