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Almond Market Overview 2026

Sub Product
In-shell Almond, Almond Kernel
Derived Products
Granola, Granola Bars, Mixed Nut Snacks, Nut Bars, +13
HS Code
080211
Last Updated
2026-05-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Almond market coverage spans 145 countries.
  • 2,969 exporter companies and 3,468 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 25,392 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
  • 1 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-05-01.

Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Almond

Analyze 25,392 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Almond.

Almond Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Almond to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Almond: Iran (+64.7%), United Kingdom (+52.5%), Spain (+43.8%).

Almond Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-06, benchmark Almond country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Almond transaction unit prices: South Africa (14.12 USD / kg), Mexico (10.58 USD / kg), India (9.02 USD / kg), Chile (7.85 USD / kg), Spain (7.84 USD / kg), 13 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-05
United States+25.9%16,2925.48 USD / kg (71,156,167.636 kg)5.67 USD / kg (38,176,970.665 kg)5.49 USD / kg (35,728,426.607 kg)5.29 USD / kg (31,366,314.197 kg)5.31 USD / kg (24,868,228.765 kg)6.57 USD / kg (7,773,199.454 kg)
Chile+18.9%2,2028.18 USD / kg (2,306,486.76 kg)8.09 USD / kg (1,445,216.03 kg)8.11 USD / kg (2,992,039.35 kg)7.82 USD / kg (1,873,769.4 kg)8.02 USD / kg (1,965,965.4 kg)7.85 USD / kg (1,869,317.06 kg)
Australia+12.2%1,3775.01 USD / kg (2,641,486.092 kg)5.08 USD / kg (3,805,445.787 kg)4.97 USD / kg (3,497,541.815 kg)4.55 USD / kg (3,491,345.016 kg)4.35 USD / kg (2,489,076.913 kg)3.42 USD / kg (108,618.797 kg)
Uzbekistan-42.3%1,0841.55 USD / kg (181,034.16 kg)1.43 USD / kg (9,352 kg)2.34 USD / kg (46,339 kg)3.12 USD / kg (79,441.125 kg)2.37 USD / kg (168,441.641 kg)1.34 USD / kg (310,492.04 kg)
Vietnam+36.4%8687.22 USD / kg (364,441.391 kg)7.69 USD / kg (271,503.96 kg)7.53 USD / kg (719,126.841 kg)7.58 USD / kg (873,175.756 kg)7.56 USD / kg (1,470,223.842 kg)6.87 USD / kg (856,959.399 kg)
India+19.2%7337.00 USD / kg (49,898.34 kg)6.68 USD / kg (279,851.51 kg)8.23 USD / kg (27,795.368 kg)7.13 USD / kg (283,303.065 kg)7.74 USD / kg (38,931.221 kg)9.02 USD / kg (15,307 kg)
Afghanistan-13.3%5164.78 USD / kg (178,085 kg)5.18 USD / kg (195,336 kg)5.06 USD / kg (277,763 kg)6.96 USD / kg (500,256.4 kg)4.44 USD / kg (1,536,798 kg)1.35 USD / kg (22,000 kg)
South Africa+28.5%32913.60 USD / kg (138.03 kg)13.52 USD / kg (188.7 kg)14.22 USD / kg (69.92 kg)14.28 USD / kg (139.78 kg)13.69 USD / kg (526.7 kg)14.12 USD / kg (75.64 kg)
Tajikistan-28.0%3260.84 USD / kg (6,730 kg)0.84 USD / kg (4,734 kg)0.84 USD / kg (9,622 kg)0.84 USD / kg (14,201 kg)0.84 USD / kg (11,147 kg)0.84 USD / kg (13,400 kg)
Singapore+32.7%3195.34 USD / kg (661,890.526 kg)5.22 USD / kg (1,151,228.712 kg)5.54 USD / kg (1,063,123.455 kg)5.08 USD / kg (1,776,708.569 kg)5.30 USD / kg (933,646.901 kg)5.33 USD / kg (419,660.96 kg)
Almond Global Supply Chain Coverage
6,437 companies
2,969 exporters and 3,468 importers are mapped for Almond.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Almond, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.

Almond Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

2,969 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Almond. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.

Almond Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners

1 premium Almond suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Thani Thai Co.,Ltd
Thailand
Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Become a Premium Supplier to join the Tridge Supply Chain Network and advance your marketing and export channel strategy.

Almond Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 2,969 total exporter companies in the Almond supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
(Pakistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-06
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesLand TransportFreight Forwarding And IntermodalOthersGrocery StoresBeverage ManufacturingOnline Retail And FulfillmentFood PackagingBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Russia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-03
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersFreight Forwarding And IntermodalFood WholesalersBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: OthersLogisticsTrade
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 4
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Crop ProductionOthersFood PackagingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Almond Global Exporter Coverage
2,969 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Almond supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Almond opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.

Top Exporting Countries for Almond (HS Code 080211) in 2024

For Almond in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1United States318,166,927 kg1,298,124,024 USD
2Australia79,814,138.01 kg300,557,404.885 USD
3Portugal26,391,663 kg50,545,814.506 USD
4Spain4,269,038.344 kg16,440,825.484 USD
5Turkiye1,623,202 kg5,426,637 USD
6Thailand1,189,815 kg2,595,447.14 USD
7Hong Kong854,138 kg2,424,867.606 USD
8Netherlands287,095.532 kg1,770,304.679 USD
9Italy381,576 kg1,454,656.56 USD
10Belgium113,934.39 kg1,275,893.374 USD

Almond Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

Track Almond exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.

Almond Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

3,468 importer companies are mapped for Almond demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Almond Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 3,468 total importer companies tracked for Almond. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(India)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-18
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersFood PackagingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Panama)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-12
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Libya)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthersBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(India)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-25
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingBeverage ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(India)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-02
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Turkiye)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
3,468 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Almond.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Almond buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.

Top Import Demand Countries for Almond (HS Code 080211) in 2024

For Almond in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1India269,521,824 kg1,002,045,255.215 USD
2Turkiye5,725,656 kg18,984,794 USD
3Spain9,444,985.85 kg14,121,286.604 USD
4Italy2,312,809 kg11,713,068.903 USD
5Pakistan9,386,066.233 kg9,701,239.357 USD
6Uzbekistan5,802,240 kg6,901,839.99 USD
7Germany779,199.447 kg4,551,551.626 USD
8Thailand2,748,230.181 kg4,515,503.68 USD
9Belgium517,460.477 kg3,867,897.82 USD
10Hong Kong1,091,276 kg3,448,896.376 USD

Almond Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

Analyze Almond origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.

Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Almond

Almond Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Almond wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Almond wholesale unit prices: Spain (14.27 USD / kg), Hungary (12.71 USD / kg), China (8.94 USD / kg), France (5.42 USD / kg).
Country2025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-05
Canada3.79 USD / kg3.43 USD / kg3.30 USD / kg---
China8.84 USD / kg8.85 USD / kg8.85 USD / kg8.91 USD / kg8.92 USD / kg8.94 USD / kg
Spain9.19 USD / kg12.58 USD / kg12.18 USD / kg14.19 USD / kg14.35 USD / kg14.27 USD / kg
France5.73 USD / kg5.52 USD / kg5.39 USD / kg5.51 USD / kg5.53 USD / kg5.42 USD / kg
Hungary12.14 USD / kg12.33 USD / kg12.44 USD / kg12.63 USD / kg12.56 USD / kg12.71 USD / kg

Almond Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Almond wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoY
1Canada4.05 USD / kg3.22 USD / kg7.84 USD / kg-11.5%
2China8.81 USD / kg7.56 USD / kg10.20 USD / kg-2.3%
3Spain12.09 USD / kg5.05 USD / kg14.61 USD / kg+40.3%
4France7.15 USD / kg4.91 USD / kg11.86 USD / kg-1.6%
5Hungary12.68 USD / kg11.55 USD / kg14.72 USD / kg+30.7%

Latest Almond Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 5 Almond wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
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Classification

Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product

Raw Material

Commodity GroupTree Nuts
Scientific NamePrunus dulcis
PerishabilityLow
Growing Conditions
  • Mediterranean-type climate with cool winters and warm, dry summers
  • Adequate winter chill and protection from damaging frosts during bloom
  • Well-drained soils; irrigation often required in arid production zones
  • High dependence on managed pollination (typically honey bees) in intensive systems
Main VarietiesNonpareil-type and related California commercial varieties, Mediterranean varieties (e.g., Marcona-type)
Consumption Forms
  • Snack nuts (natural or roasted)
  • Ingredient use (bakery, confectionery, cereals, snack inclusions)
  • Almond beverages and dairy alternatives
  • Almond flour/meal and pastes
  • Almond oil (niche compared with kernel trade)
Grading Factors
  • Moisture / water activity
  • Kernel size/count and uniformity
  • Defects (broken, chipped, shriveled, discoloration)
  • Insect damage and mold indicators
  • Foreign material
  • Aflatoxin compliance and food-safety controls (market-dependent)

Market

Almonds are a globally traded tree nut with export supply strongly anchored in the United States (California), alongside significant production in Spain and other Mediterranean and Middle Eastern origins and a major Southern Hemisphere counter-seasonal supplier in Australia. International trade is concentrated in kernel and in-shell formats serving large consumer and processing markets, notably India, the European Union, and China. Supply availability and pricing are highly sensitive to weather variability and irrigation-water constraints in key producing regions, especially where orchards rely on managed water and groundwater. Market access and buyer acceptance depend on meeting food-safety and contaminant controls (notably pathogen reduction and aflatoxin limits), plus consistent size/defect specifications used by industrial buyers and retailers.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)Demand growth is supported by snack consumption and ingredient use (bakery, confectionery, and plant-based beverages), while year-to-year trade momentum can be constrained by weather-driven supply variability in key origins.
Major Producing Countries
  • United StatesGlobal production and export supply is heavily concentrated in California’s irrigated almond orchards.
  • SpainMajor producer within the Mediterranean basin; supplies both domestic use and intra-/extra-EU trade.
  • AustraliaLeading Southern Hemisphere producer; important counter-seasonal supplier into Asia and other destinations.
  • TurkiyeSignificant regional producer; primarily supports domestic and nearby markets.
  • IranNotable producer in West Asia; production supports domestic use and regional trade.
  • MoroccoMediterranean/North African production base; typically more domestically oriented than US/AU export systems.
Major Exporting Countries
  • United StatesDominant global exporter, with shipments spanning kernels and in-shell product into Asia and Europe.
  • AustraliaMajor exporter supplying Asian markets and supporting counter-seasonal coverage.
  • SpainExports both domestic-origin almonds and re-exports/processed flows within European supply chains.
  • ChileSmaller but established exporter in the Southern Hemisphere.
Major Importing Countries
  • IndiaOne of the largest destination markets for almond kernels for retail and gift/snacking demand.
  • GermanyMajor EU consumer market with strong food manufacturing demand (bakery, confectionery, snack).
  • SpainSignificant importer for processing/blending to supply food manufacturing and European distribution.
  • ChinaLarge consumer market where import demand is linked to snack and ingredient use.
  • United Arab EmiratesRegional trading and redistribution hub for nuts and dried fruits into the Middle East and South Asia.
Supply Calendar
  • United States (California):Aug, Sep, OctNorthern Hemisphere harvest; shipment programs often run year-round from stored, dried product.
  • Australia:Feb, Mar, AprSouthern Hemisphere harvest window supporting counter-seasonal supply into Asia and other markets.
  • Spain:Aug, SepMediterranean harvest timing broadly aligned with other Northern Hemisphere origins.

Specification

Major VarietiesNonpareil, Carmel, Monterey, Butte, Padre, Mission, Marcona
Physical Attributes
  • Low-moisture nut kernel with skin-on (natural) or blanched presentations
  • Size/count and appearance (wrinkles, discoloration, chips/broken) drive buyer acceptance
  • Susceptible to oxidative rancidity if exposed to heat, oxygen, and moisture
Compositional Metrics
  • Moisture and water activity targets are commonly specified for shelf stability and quality retention
  • Peroxide value and related oxidation indicators are used in quality programs for stored kernels (especially for ingredient users)
Grades
  • Buyer specifications commonly reference defect limits (foreign material, insect damage, mold), sizing/count, and kernel integrity
  • USDA grade/standard references are commonly used for US-origin transactions alongside private contract specs
Packaging
  • Bulk cartons or bags with inner liners for kernels to limit moisture uptake and odor transfer
  • Retail-ready packaging is typically nitrogen-flushed or otherwise oxygen-managed for extended shelf life (market-dependent)
  • In-shell almonds are commonly packed to protect shells from breakage and manage pest risk during storage
ProcessingKernels may be delivered natural (skin-on), blanched, sliced, diced, slivered, roasted, or milled (flour/meal) depending on end useSome markets require documented pathogen reduction treatments for almonds intended for direct consumption

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Orchard production and pollination management -> mechanical harvest -> hulling/shelling -> drying -> sorting/grading -> pathogen reduction (market-dependent) -> packaging -> export logistics -> industrial processing or retail distribution
Demand Drivers
  • Snack nuts and premium gifting segments in large consumer markets
  • Food manufacturing demand for bakery, confectionery, and snack inclusions
  • Growth in almond-based beverages and almond flour/meal for specialized diets (market-dependent)
Temperature
  • Generally shelf-stable in ambient logistics when kept cool and dry; heat accelerates quality loss via oxidation
  • Cold storage is used by some supply chains to slow rancidity and preserve quality over long holding periods
Atmosphere Control
  • Low-oxygen or nitrogen-flushed packaging and storage are used to slow oxidation and protect flavor (especially for retail and long storage)
  • Controlled-atmosphere storage and/or approved fumigation practices are used in some channels for insect control (market- and regulation-dependent)
Shelf Life
  • Shelf life is long relative to fresh produce, but storage outcomes depend strongly on moisture control, oxygen exposure, and temperature management

Risks

Supply Concentration HighGlobal export availability is strongly concentrated in the United States (California), so drought, water-allocation policy shifts, and extreme heat in that region can rapidly tighten supply and raise prices across destination markets.Diversify sourcing with established alternative origins (e.g., Australia and Mediterranean suppliers), use multi-origin blending programs where specs allow, and align inventory strategy with crop-year risk monitoring.
Climate And Water MediumAlmond orchards are vulnerable to heat and drought stress and to adverse bloom-time weather, while long-lived tree investments amplify exposure to multi-year climate patterns and water regulation changes.Track water policy and seasonal outlooks in major origins, prioritize suppliers with documented water stewardship practices, and contract with flexibility for size/grade variability.
Food Safety MediumTree nuts face recurring food-safety scrutiny, including pathogen risk in some handling contexts and aflatoxin compliance requirements that can trigger rejections and costly testing/segregation.Source from suppliers with validated food-safety systems, ensure appropriate pathogen-reduction controls where required, and implement risk-based mycotoxin testing and lot traceability.
Market Volatility MediumPrice and availability can swing with crop outcomes in concentrated origins and with freight and currency shifts, affecting ingredient users and retail programs that require steady specification and cost.Use forward contracting and diversified contract timing, maintain approved alternates for size/grade, and incorporate substitution options (e.g., other nuts) where formulations permit.
Sustainability
  • Irrigation-water dependence and groundwater/river-basin constraints in major producing regions (notably California) drive ongoing ESG scrutiny
  • Pollinator dependency (managed honey bees) creates exposure to pollinator health stresses and rising pollination service costs
  • Climate variability (heat, drought, and adverse bloom-time weather) can materially affect yields and quality
  • Agrochemical stewardship and runoff considerations in intensive orchard systems
Labor & Social
  • Migrant and seasonal labor reliance in orchard systems raises worker welfare, wages, housing, and safety compliance expectations
  • Occupational health and safety risks during mechanical harvest and processing operations
  • Supply-chain traceability expectations increasing for large retail and ingredient buyers

FAQ

Which countries dominate global almond export supply?Global almond exports are led by the United States, with additional major export supply from Australia and Spain. These origins anchor most international kernel and in-shell trade flows into large consumer and processing markets.
What is the single biggest global risk to almond supply and trade?The most critical risk is supply concentration in California combined with climate and water constraints. Drought, heat, or water-allocation policy changes in that region can quickly reduce export availability and push up global prices.
What quality parameters are commonly specified in global almond trade contracts?Common specifications focus on moisture control and shelf-stability, sizing/count, defect limits (foreign material, insect damage, mold), and compliance with food-safety and contaminant requirements such as aflatoxin limits. Many buyers also include oxidation-related quality expectations for stored kernels.

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