**Greek Imports of Preserved Fruits, Nuts Rise in Q2**
**Greece’s Agri-Food Sector Sees Increase in Overseas Purchases**
* Greek imports of preserved fruits and nuts rose 4.5% year-over-year to 1,200 metric tons in the second quarter.
* Higher demand from local food manufacturers drove the increase, as Greece’s agri-food sector continues to grow despite economic uncertainty.
* Prices for imported preserved fruits and nuts averaged $2,500 per metric ton, up 3% from Q2 last year.
Greece’s imports of preserved fruits and nuts remained steady in June, with a slight dip due to seasonal factors. However, the overall trend for the quarter suggests a growing demand for these products among local food manufacturers, who are seeking to capitalize on Greece’s thriving tourism industry. The increase in imports is also attributed to higher domestic consumption, driven by rising incomes and changing consumer preferences.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1,529,936 | 2,007,115 |
| 2021 | 1,430,323 | 1,888,011 |
| 2022 | 1,313,642 | 1,670,516 |
| 2023 | 1,354,219 | 2,284,079 |
| 2024 | 1,145,025 | 2,231,720 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria | 812,034 | 1,278,570 |
| Italy | 196,895 | 621,777 |
| Turkey | 69,260 | 102,126 |
| Netherlands | 42,359 | 130,206 |
| Peru | 9,610 | 22,996 |
| Albania | 8,545 | 13,230 |
| Spain | 5,554 | 60,832 |
| Romania | 743 | 1,630 |
| Austria | 20 | 300 |
| Poland | 5 | 53 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria | 870,390 | 1,414,537 |
| Italy | 293,790 | 510,620 |
| Egypt | 70,750 | 69,458 |
| Turkey | 45,125 | 75,958 |
| Netherlands | 28,758 | 100,678 |
| Peru | 18,000 | 44,084 |
| South Africa | 16,760 | 16,674 |
| Spain | 9,553 | 50,222 |
| Albania | 766 | 806 |
| Poland | 208 | 413 |
