PRODUCT CLASSIFICATION
Melons are a group of sweet and fleshy fruits, typically grown in warm climates and known for their high-water content, refreshing taste and vibrant colors.
They are consumed fresh, in fruits salads, smoothies or desserts, and are appreciated for their hydrating and nutritional properties, including vitamins A and C.
Melons are a part of Edible fruits, nuts & fruit peels, a category of the Vegetable Section that includes a wide range of related by-products like Melons, including Watermelons (Fresh) and Papayas. (Fresh)
They also have a Product Complexity Index of -1.58, ranking 968th out of 1044 products in 2023.
This post will not consider a specific country’s market, but it will be focused on the Melons trade in general.
OVERVIEW
In 2023, global trade of Melons reached $4.66B, reflecting an increased percentage of 4.64 from 2022, when it totaled $4.45B and, over the past five years, it has grown at an annualized rate of 1.91%.
In addition, during the same year, Melons ranked 564 in global trade value out of 1217 products, accounting for 0.021% of world trade.
EXPORT
In 2023 it was estimated that the main characters in the exportation scenario of Melons were
- Spain - $931M;
- Mexico - $690M;
- Brazil - $427M.
Also, during the same period, the countries that registered the highest share of this category in their export portfolios were
- Guatemala - 2.51%;
- Honduras - 1.64%;
- Northern Mariana Islands - 1.29%.
IMPORT
In 2023 it was revealed that the leading importers of the Melons category in global trade were
- United States - $1.11B;
- Germany - $508M;
- France - $417M.
CONCLUSIONS
Melons are not just a simple kind of fruit, because they embody the intersection of nature’s generosity and human enterprise.
Their cultivation and trade reflect a balance between market dynamic and seasonal rhythms, offering both refreshment and commercial value; also, they show how everyday goods can sustain economies while enriching daily life.
In conclusion, Melons are a daily reminder that value is often rooted in sweet, fresh simplicity.
Source: https://oec.world/en
