China dominates the global sloe and plum market with a commanding 53.58% production share. Other notable countries include Romania (5.97%), Serbia (3.87%), and Chile (3.64%). Recent trends show that Iran (6.42% growth) and Iraq (30.42% growth) are emerging as significant contributors. However, traditional markets like Germany (-14.19%) and Bulgaria (4.59%) are seeing fluctuations. Notably, the United States experienced a decline of -3.96% in 2023. The five-year CAGR highlights Pakistan's steady rise, whereas countries like Argentina are witnessing contraction.
Future trends to watch include China's continued dominance, Iran's and Iraq's rising importance, and potential rebounds in traditional European markets. The evolving geopolitical landscape and increasing climatic challenges may also alter production dynamics, directly impacting global supply and pricing structures.
Top countries in Sloes and Plums Gross Production Share by Country (Thousand US Dollars PPP = 2004–2006)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 53.58 | 2023 | +0.33% | +0.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 5.97 | 2023 | +1.63% | -2.14% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Serbia | 3.87 | 2023 | +2.47% | +2.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Chile | 3.64 | 2023 | +2.67% | +4.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Iran | 3.34 | 2023 | +3.59% | +6.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United States | 2.26 | 2023 | -0.94% | -3.96% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 1.7 | 2023 | +6.32% | +1.39% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ukraine | 1.54 | 2023 | +1.14% | -0.6% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 1.49 | 2023 | +3.55% | +3.74% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Morocco | 1.46 | 2023 | +2.9% | -2.4% | View data |
