Global garlic trade sees 1.5% decline in the first half of 2024

Global garlic imports in the first half of 2024 reached 741,829.9 tons, a decrease of 1.5% compared to the same period in 2023, according to Peruvian market analyst Heber Chavez.

During this time, Indonesia accounted for the largest share of imports, representing 25.9% of the global total, followed by Malaysia at 13.3%. The remaining 60.8% of imports were distributed among other countries.

Chavez also highlighted Brazil’s position as the third-largest garlic importer worldwide, noting a 23.6% increase in its imports compared to the previous year.

Thailand, however, experienced the most remarkable growth, with its garlic imports soaring by 215.7%, securing its place as the sixth-largest importer globally.

source: agraria.pe

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