Ginger Market in Japan
Market Overview
In 
, the Japanese ginger market increased by % to $, rising for the third consecutive year after four years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +% from 2007 to ; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $ in 2014; however, from 2015 to , consumption failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, ginger production reduced to $ in estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 when the production volume increased by %. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $ in 2017; however, from 2018 to , production remained at a lower figure.
The average yield of ginger in Japan reached tons per ha in , almost unchanged from the previous year's figure. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +% from 2007 to ; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2008 with an increase of % against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average ginger yield attained the maximum level at tons per ha in 2016; however, from 2017 to , the yield stood at a somewhat lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.
In, the total area harvested in terms of ginger production in Japan shrank modestly to ha, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. In general, the harvested area saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2009 when the harvested area increased by %. As a result, the harvested area reached the peak level of ha. From 2010 to , the growth of the ginger harvested area remained at a lower figure.
, the Japanese ginger market increased by % to $, rising for the third consecutive year after four years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +% from 2007 to ; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $ in 2014; however, from 2015 to , consumption failed to regain momentum.In value terms, ginger production reduced to $
in estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 when the production volume increased by %. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $ in 2017; however, from 2018 to , production remained at a lower figure.The average yield of ginger in Japan reached
tons per ha in , almost unchanged from the previous year's figure. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +% from 2007 to ; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2008 with an increase of % against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average ginger yield attained the maximum level at tons per ha in 2016; however, from 2017 to , the yield stood at a somewhat lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.In
, the total area harvested in terms of ginger production in Japan shrank modestly to ha, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. In general, the harvested area saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2009 when the harvested area increased by %. As a result, the harvested area reached the peak level of ha. From 2010 to , the growth of the ginger harvested area remained at a lower figure.Consumption
For the fifth year in a row, Japan recorded decline in consumption of ginger, which decreased by -% to tons in . Over the period under review, consumption recorded a slight descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the consumption volume increased by % against the previous year. Ginger consumption peaked at tons in 2008; however, from 2009 to , consumption failed to regain momentum.
The revenue of the ginger market in Japan was estimated at $ in , surging by % 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). The market value increased at an average annual rate of +% over the period from 2007 to ; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $ in 2014; however, from 2015 to , consumption remained at a lower figure.
% to tons in . Over the period under review, consumption recorded a slight descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the consumption volume increased by % against the previous year. Ginger consumption peaked at tons in 2008; however, from 2009 to , consumption failed to regain momentum.The revenue of the ginger market in Japan was estimated at $
in , surging by % 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). The market value increased at an average annual rate of +% over the period from 2007 to ; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $ in 2014; however, from 2015 to , consumption remained at a lower figure.Market Forecast
Depressed by shrinking demand for ginger in Japan, the market is expected to continue its downward consumption trend over the next decade. The performance of the market is forecast to contract with an anticipated CAGR of -% for the period from to , which is projected to depress the market volume to tons by the end of .
% for the period from to , which is projected to depress the market volume to tons by the end of .Market Structure
In , the share of imports in total consumption accounted for % in value terms and % in physical terms. The share of imports decreased moderately (- percentage point) over the period under review.
, the share of imports in total consumption accounted for % in value terms and % in physical terms. The share of imports decreased moderately (- percentage point) over the period under review.Trade Balance
Japan remains a net importer of ginger; in physical and value terms, imports consistently exceeded exports from 2007 to . In , there was a significant trade deficit of tons, which was equal to $. This tangible trade deficit reflects the fact that the market remains dependent on imports, which is likely to continue in the medium term.
. In , there was a significant trade deficit of tons, which was equal to $. This tangible trade deficit reflects the fact that the market remains dependent on imports, which is likely to continue in the medium term.
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