The Solomon Islands leads global coconuts and copra tourist consumption at 148,000 metric tons in 2023, despite a slight 0.13% decrease. Samoa follows with 65,000 metric tons, experiencing a notable 0.31% increase. Fiji, ranking third, boasts a substantial 6.4% growth, reaching 15,000 metric tons. French Polynesia, the Dominican Republic, Cuba, and Dominica show stable consumption at lower levels.
Looking forward, several trends could impact coconuts and copra consumption:
- Increasing eco-tourism and wellness trends may boost interest and consumption in coconuts due to their health benefits.
- Potential climate change impacts could affect production levels, influencing supply.
- Expanding culinary and cosmetic uses in tourists' home countries might drive demand increases.
Top countries in Coconuts and Copra Tourist Consumption by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Solomon Islands | 148 | 2023 | -0.67% | -0.13% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Samoa | 65 | 2023 | 0% | +0.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Fiji | 15 | 2023 | 0% | +6.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 French Polynesia | 6 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Dominican Republic | 2 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Cuba | 1 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Dominica | 1 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
