Chicory Market

The global chicory market is projected to see continued growth in consumption over the next eight years, with a forecasted CAGR of +3.0% by 2030. Market performance is expected to accelerate, reaching a volume of 676K tons and a value of $2.8B by the end of 2030. Belgium leads in both consumption and production of chicory, with strong growth rates. Global imports and exports are also on the rise, with notable increases in countries like Hungary and Spain. Overall, the market shows a positive trend in terms of consumption, production, imports, and exports, with prices varying by country of destination and origin.

Market Forecast

Driven by increasing demand for chicory worldwide, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next eight years. Market performance is forecast to accelerate, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +3.0% for the period from 2022 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to 676K tons by the end of 2030.

In value terms, the market is forecast to increase with an anticipated CAGR of +6.5% for the period from 2022 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market value to $2.8B (in nominal prices) by the end of 2030.

Consumption

World Consumption of Chicory

In 2022, after five years of growth, there was decline in consumption of chicory, when its volume decreased by -0.6% to 532K tons. The total consumption volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, global consumption reached the maximum volume at 535K tons in 2021, and then contracted modestly in the following year.

The global chicory market revenue declined slightly to $1.7B in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Global consumption peaked at $1.8B in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Consumption By Country

Belgium (414K tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of chicory consumption, comprising approx. 78% of total volume. Moreover, chicory consumption in Belgium exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, France (24K tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by the Netherlands (18K tons), with a 3.4% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in Belgium totaled +5.9%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: France (-14.2% per year) and the Netherlands (+0.5% per year).

In value terms, Belgium ($1B) led the market, alone. The second position in the ranking was taken by South Africa ($50M). It was followed by the Netherlands.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Belgium totaled -3.1%. The remaining consuming countries recorded the following average annual rates of market growth: South Africa (-0.6% per year) and the Netherlands (-1.0% per year).

In 2022, the highest levels of chicory per capita consumption was registered in Belgium (36 kg per person), followed by the Netherlands (1 kg per person), Poland (0.5 kg per person) and France (0.4 kg per person), while the world average per capita consumption of chicory was estimated at 0.1 kg per person.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of the chicory per capita consumption in Belgium totaled +5.5%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the Netherlands (+0.0% per year) and Poland (-4.1% per year).

Production

World Production of Chicory

In 2022, after five years of growth, there was decline in production of chicory, when its volume decreased by -2% to 536K tons. The total output volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 7.1% against the previous year. Global production peaked at 547K tons in 2021, and then fell in the following year. The general positive trend in terms output was largely conditioned by a notable increase of the harvested area and slight growth in yield figures.

In value terms, chicory production declined notably to $1.6B in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 332% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global production reached the maximum level at $5B in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production By Country

The country with the largest volume of chicory production was Belgium (417K tons), comprising approx. 78% of total volume. Moreover, chicory production in Belgium exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, France (28K tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Poland (20K tons), with a 3.8% share.

In Belgium, chicory production increased at an average annual rate of +6.0% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining producing countries recorded the following average annual rates of production growth: France (-13.3% per year) and Poland (-2.9% per year).

Yield

The global average chicory yield declined slightly to 41 tons per ha in 2022, almost unchanged from the previous year. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the yield increased by 15%. Over the period under review, the average chicory yield attained the maximum level at 42 tons per ha in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the yield remained at a lower figure.

Harvested Area

In 2022, the total area harvested in terms of chicory production worldwide reduced to 13K ha, remaining constant against the previous year's figure. Overall, the harvested area, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 12%. The global harvested area peaked at 13K ha in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.

Imports

World Imports of Chicory

In 2022, global chicory imports surged to 12K tons, picking up by 33% on 2021 figures. Over the period under review, imports saw a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 63% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, chicory imports soared to $15M in 2022. In general, imports showed strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 44%. Global imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Imports By Country

The countries with the highest levels of chicory imports in 2022 were the United States (1,548 tons), Yemen (1,524 tons), Austria (1,167 tons), Switzerland (845 tons), Spain (787 tons), Russia (786 tons), Germany (781 tons), Belgium (769 tons), the Netherlands (635 tons), Hungary (570 tons), the UK (390 tons) and Italy (387 tons), together amounting to 83% of total import.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Hungary (with a CAGR of +148.8%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest chicory importing markets worldwide were Spain ($2.1M), the United States ($1.6M) and Austria ($1.5M), together accounting for 35% of global imports. Switzerland, the Netherlands, Germany, Italy, Russia, Hungary, the UK, Belgium and Yemen lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 41%.

In terms of the main importing countries, Hungary, with a CAGR of +164.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices By Country

In 2022, the average chicory import price amounted to $1,229 per ton, picking up by 1.6% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.2%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the average import price increased by 42%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $1,409 per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($2,731 per ton), while Yemen ($270 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+6.4%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Exports

World Exports of Chicory

In 2022, global exports of chicory contracted markedly to 16K tons, dropping by -22.5% against 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 140% against the previous year. The global exports peaked at 24K tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, chicory exports fell markedly to $19M in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 76% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports hit record highs at $23M in 2021, and then fell notably in the following year.

Exports By Country

France (3.9K tons), Belgium (3K tons), Poland (2.5K tons), Hungary (2.2K tons) and India (2.1K tons) represented roughly 85% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Sudan (1K tons), committing a 6.4% share of total exports. The Netherlands (688 tons) held a minor share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the key exporting countries, was attained by Hungary (with a CAGR of +629.3%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Hungary ($7.9M) emerged as the largest chicory supplier worldwide, comprising 42% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($3.5M), with an 18% share of global exports. It was followed by Poland, with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Hungary stood at +474.6%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Belgium (+234.4% per year) and Poland (+59.4% per year).

Export Prices By Country

In 2022, the average chicory export price amounted to $1,174 per ton, with an increase of 8.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate perceptible growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average export price increased by 42% against the previous year. The global export price peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Hungary ($3,580 per ton), while Sudan ($207 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+11.4%), while the other global leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform