DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Europe Lime Market - Analysis, Growth, Trends, and Forecasts (2020 - 2025)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The European lime market is expected to register a CAGR of 4.1% during the forecast period (2020-2025).
European Union lime production is mainly concentrated in the Mediterranean region. Spain, and Italy which represents 80% of the overall production of lime in the European Union. The remaining 20% is distributed among the other Member States, such as Greece and Portugal.
Italy is the second-largest European lime producer after Spain. Sicily in Italy is the main lime producing area, accounting for 88% of Italy's production. Over the years, the lime has become an important part of many culinary dishes, and for decoration of dishes also. The production of exotic limes, such as finger limes, has shown an uplift in the recent years because the exotic limes are premium priced and demanded too.
The domestic consumption of lime in the European Union is increasing every year with a positive trend, which makes the country produce more to cater to the domestic demand.
Key Market Trends
Rising Domestic Consumption Drives the Market
Domestic demand for limes and lemons are ever-increasing in the region. Lemons and limes are grown primarily for the fresh market, with the juice from lemons and limes used mostly as a flavouring in beverages. The most widely produced lime variety for fresh consumption is the Persian Lime. Its popularity is due to its seedless nature. The study says as economies start to westernize, more hotels are built, which in turn, means more lemons being used in water and cocktails.
Spain Dominates Production in Europe
The strong demand from consumers for Spanish lime is accelerating the production of these limes in the European market, which is not only encouraging Spain but also the neighboring countries to cater to the Spanish market. According to FAO, Spain produced 1087.2 thousand metric ton of lemon in 2018. The area harvested under limes and lemons in Spain increased from 38,484 hectare in 2015 to 46,010 hectares in 2018.
Spain is also the leading exporter of lime in the world. The country exported 815.2 thousand metric ton of lime and lemons across the world in 2018 (ITC Trade Map). Spain usually exports lime to other European countries, such as Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Poland, and Italy. Major non-European importers of Spanish lime are Canada and the United States. The production trend in the country is likely to grow steadily during the forecast period, given high local and export demands in the European Union region.
Key Topics Covered:
1 INTRODUCTION
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4 MARKET DYNAMICS
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Introduction to Market Drivers and Restraints
4.3 Market Drivers
4.4 Market Restraints
4.5 Value Chain Analysis
4.6 PESTLE Analysis
5 MARKET SEGMENTATION
5.1 Geography
5.1.1 Spain
5.1.1.1 Production Analysis
5.1.1.2 Consumption Analysis and Market Value
5.1.1.3 Import Market Analysis (Volume and Value)
5.1.1.4 Export Market Analysis (Volume and Value)
5.1.1.5 Price Trend Analysis
5.1.2 France
5.1.3 United Kingdom
5.1.4 Germany
5.1.5 Russia
6 MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
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