The global dates import volume is led by India, showing a notable year-on-year growth of 0.76% as of 2023. Other leading importers include the United Arab Emirates and Morocco, with Morocco also posting positive growth. Germany and the Netherlands have shown impressive growth rates, exceeding 2% year-on-year. Kazakhstan leads with a 3.4% increase. Some countries, however, like the UAE and Yemen, experienced declines. The most substantial stability is seen in smaller markets, including a host of countries that maintained their previous year's levels without change.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in supply chain logistics that may improve or alter global trading patterns for dates. Sustainability and organic sourcing trends could influence import volumes and destinations, along with potential shifts due to changing dietary preferences globally. Additionally, evolving trade policies and potential economic fluctuations could impact the import capacities of various countries.
Top countries in Dates Import Volume by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 India | 431 | 2023 | +1.41% | +0.76% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Arab Emirates | 119 | 2023 | -5.56% | -4.52% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Morocco | 101 | 2023 | +2.02% | +0.81% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 45 | 2023 | +2.27% | +1.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Indonesia | 41 | 2023 | 0% | +0.5% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Kazakhstan | 39 | 2023 | +2.63% | +3.4% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United States | 38 | 2023 | +2.7% | +0.53% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Yemen | 36 | 2023 | 0% | -3.93% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bangladesh | 31 | 2023 | -3.12% | +0.66% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Niger | 30 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
