The import volume of coconuts and copra into South Africa for 2024 is forecasted at 5.94 thousand metric tons, marking a slight decrease from 5.89 thousand metric tons in 2025, and it continues to gradually decline through 2028, reaching 5.77 thousand metric tons. For context, the import volume in 2023 stood at 6.00 thousand metric tons, indicating a year-on-year decrease of 1% leading into 2024.
Key variations over the last two years are as follows:
- 2024 vs. 2023: -1.00%
- 2025 vs. 2024: -0.84%
- 2026 vs. 2025: -0.68%
- 2027 vs. 2026: -0.68%
- 2028 vs. 2027: -0.69%
The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the forecasted period shows an average annual decline of approximately 0.83% from 2024 to 2028.
Future trends to watch for include potential changes in agricultural policies, shifts in global demand and supply chains, and advancements in domestic cultivation techniques which may impact import volumes. Additionally, the trend towards sustainable and locally-sourced products could further influence these import patterns.
