In 2023, India leads the global onion export volume with a substantial share, followed by the Netherlands, China, and Mexico. Among the major exporters, India, Netherlands, and China saw an increase in export volumes, whereas the United States and Spain faced a decline. Noteworthy changes include significant growth by countries like Nigeria and Malaysia, while Argentina and Yemen showed considerable decreases.
Looking at the five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR), countries like Kazakhstan and Russia illustrate strong upward trends, while Eastern European nations such as Serbia and Slovakia reflect growing contributions to global exports. Asian countries such as Japan and Vietnam are increasingly focusing on onion exports, showing potential for enhanced market share.
Future trends to watch include:
- The increasing dominance of Asian countries as they expand their agricultural exports.
- Potential market shifts due to climate change affecting production zones.
- Policy changes impacting trade tariffs and export restrictions, which could re-align exporters’ global market shares.
Top countries in Onions Export Volume Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 India | 23.55 | 2023 | +1.81% | +1.89% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 20.51 | 2023 | +1.38% | +1.34% | View data |
| 3 | 3 China | 12.36 | 2023 | +1.46% | +1.33% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Mexico | 5.68 | 2023 | +0.9% | +0.64% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United States | 4.55 | 2023 | +0.56% | -0.11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 4.47 | 2023 | 0% | -0.23% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Peru | 2.82 | 2023 | +0.91% | +0.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Egypt | 2.76 | 2023 | -6.06% | 0% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Pakistan | 2.45 | 2023 | +2.66% | -1.77% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 2.03 | 2023 | +1.91% | +0.51% | View data |
