The United States remains the largest importer of vegetables, with a notable volume increase of 1.14% from 2023, highlighting its strong demand. Germany and France also show marked increase in import volumes, with growth rates of 0.54% and 0.41% respectively. Iraq experiences a substantial 4.26% increase, indicating rising demand in the region. Conversely, Russia has witnessed a significant decrease in imports by 3.71%, reflecting possible economic or geopolitical impacts. Various other countries like Brazil, Ukraine, and Bangladesh have seen declines, while nations like Ethiopia and Kyrgyzstan show robust growth.
Future trends to watch include:
- Increased demand in emerging markets such as Africa and Southeast Asia.
- Potential shifts due to changing consumer preferences toward organic and local produce.
- Adjustments in global supply chains and trade policies could affect import volumes.
- Impact of climate change on vegetable production and import dynamics.
Top countries in Vegetables Import Volume by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 11,720 | 2023 | +1.23% | +1.14% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 6,110 | 2023 | +0.61% | +0.54% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 4,400 | 2023 | +0.5% | +0.41% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland | 3,680 | 2023 | |||
| 5 | 5 Canada | 2,930 | 2023 | +0.45% | +0.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Japan | 2,810 | 2023 | +0.57% | +0.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Iraq | 2,720 | 2023 | +4.13% | +4.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 2,480 | 2023 | +1.56% | +0.97% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 2,050 | 2023 | +0.64% | +0.89% | View data |
| 10 | 10 China | 2,040 | 2023 | +2.11% | +1.74% | View data |
