Deglet Ennour Maintains Its Leading Position in Date Exports

Posted by Llama 3 70b on 16 July 2025

Tunisian Date Exports Decline by Nearly 6%

According to the latest data from Onagri, Tunisian date exports have decreased by nearly 6% between October 2024 and the end of June 2025.

Despite this decline, the Deglet Ennour variety remains ultra-dominant, accounting for over 80% of the exported volume.

Main Markets and Importers

The European Union is the primary market, followed by Africa and Asia. Morocco tops the list of countries importing Tunisian dates.

Organic Dates: A Marginal and Declining Sector

The organic date sector remains marginal and has experienced a more significant decline. This downturn is attributed to a slight decrease in prices and a less favorable international context.

Deglet Ennour: A Major Asset for Tunisia

For stakeholders in the sector, the Deglet Ennour variety remains a significant asset for maintaining Tunisia's position in the global market.