Tomato exports: how Morocco has dethroned Spain and risen to 3rd place globally

The most significant change concerns Spain. The world’s leading exporter in 2005 with 937 million kilos, the country has experienced a steady decline since its peak in 2013, falling to 638 million kilos in 2024 and now finding itself in fourth place globally.

This decline contrasts sharply with the rise of Morocco. Starting from fifth place in 2005 (217 million kilos), the Kingdom has experienced sustained growth to reach 767 million kilos in 2024. This performance has allowed it to seize third place globally, thus surpassing its Spanish neighbor.

Mexico dominates the market, Morocco more profitable than Spain

This analysis, based on data from the UN Statistics Division and published by Hortoinfo, shows that the new global leader is Mexico. The latter has almost tripled its exports in twenty years, from 901 to 2,061 million kilos. The Netherlands retains second place with 928 million kilos, while Turkey, once fourth, is now relegated to fifth place, also surpassed by Morocco.

The change in hierarchy is just as notable in terms of revenue generated. In 2024, Morocco (1.066 billion euros) has also overtaken Spain (1.015 billion euros) in value. Mexico (3.079 billion euros) and the Netherlands (1.769 billion euros) also dominate this financial ranking.