Egypt sets new record for fresh grape exports to EU in 2024

Published 2024년 10월 24일

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Egypt has achieved a new milestone in its grape exports to the European Union, reaching a record high of 70,000 tonnes in 2023 and projected to reach 75,000 tonnes in 2024. The Netherlands and Germany are the primary importers, accounting for 70-75% of Egypt's grape exports. Other countries such as Ireland, Italy, Slovenia, Austria, the Czech Republic, Finland, Poland, and Spain also import Egyptian grapes. Egypt's seasonal advantage positions it as the main supplier of fresh grapes to the EU during certain months, despite competition from local fruits. The country has established itself as one of the five largest exporters of fresh grapes to the EU, with only South Africa, Peru, India, and Chile exporting more.

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This year, Egypt reached a new milestone in its exports of fresh grapes to the European Union, consolidating its position among the world’s largest exporters. The country has already surpassed its exceptional performance of last year, reaching a record export of 70,000 tonnes in 2023. According to EastFruit data, the figures for 2024 are expected to reach even 75,000 tonnes, pending final data in August. The Netherlands and Germany, two major European markets, alone account for 70-75% of Egypt’s grape exports. Egypt has capitalized on these markets by recording significant increases this year. Between January and July 2024, exports to the Netherlands increased by 14%, reaching 34,000 tonnes, while those to Germany increased by 16%, totalling 24,000 tonnes over the same period. Ireland, another booming European market, doubled its imports of Egyptian grapes this year, reaching 2,400 tonnes. In contrast, Italy, once the third largest importer, declined slightly, with 2,300 tonnes ...

Source: Agrimaroc