In 2023, the Solomon Islands led in tourist consumption of coconuts and copra, with a share of 60.16 thousand metric tons, although it saw a slight decrease of 0.13%. Samoa followed, with 26.42 thousand metric tons, benefiting from a 0.31% increase. Fiji experienced the highest growth, rising by 6.4% to 6.1 thousand metric tons. French Polynesia, Dominican Republic, Cuba, and Dominica maintained stable consumption levels with no significant variations. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate reveals contrasting trends with Fiji showing positive gains.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of climate change and tourism dynamics on coconut and copra consumption patterns. As sustainability practices gain traction, shifts in production and consumption may influence the market, potentially benefiting countries investing in resilient and eco-friendly tourism strategies. Monitoring these developments will provide insights on emerging opportunities and challenges in the sector.
Top countries in Coconuts and Copra Tourist Consumption Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 7 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Solomon Islands | 60.16 | 2023 | -0.67% | -0.13% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Samoa | 26.42 | 2023 | 0% | +0.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Fiji | 6.1 | 2023 | 0% | +6.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 French Polynesia | 2.44 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Dominican Republic | 0.81 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Cuba | 0.41 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Dominica | 0.41 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
