China: Garlic exports have reached a new minimum in 6 years

China is the world's largest supplier, consumer and exporter of garlic. Garlic in the world comes mainly from China. However, garlic exports hit a new low in February 2022, with much less fresh and chilled garlic exports. Garlic exports hit a record low in February According to customs data, fresh or chilled garlic exports in February 2022 were 69,900 tonnes and total exports were set at 208,900 tonnes; which amounted to EUR 67 million and EUR 196 million, respectively. The average export price was EUR 959 / t. The data shows that exports decreased by 49.7% month on month and by 21.8% year on year. This month's exports hit a new low for almost six years. Average export price of garlic continues to rise The average export price of fresh or chilled Chinese garlic was EUR 958 / tonne in February, up 2.5% per month (in the currency it is EUR 23.79 / tonne). On the other hand, the annual increase was EUR 14.30 / tonne, an ...