Tunisia’s fruit sector sees production rise and export surge in 2026

Tunisia’s fruit industry reported a 4.6% increase in total summer‑fruit output for the 2025‑2026 season, reaching an estimated 263,000 tonnes. The growth was driven mainly by peaches, whose harvest is projected to rise 12.6% to 138,500 tonnes, while production of cherries and almonds fell sharply due to climate‑related setbacks.

Exports of Tunisian fruit from 1 January to 19 May 2026 totaled about 45.8 million dinars, up from 38.5 million dinars a year earlier. The United Arab Emirates became the top market by value, followed by Libya, France, Italy and India. Peaches, plums and apricots generated the bulk of export revenue, with plums alone earning 20.3 million dinars from 701 tonnes. The data highlight expanding trade opportunities but also underline the need for investment to sustain high‑value fruit varieties.

Overall, the sector’s stronger harvest and rising foreign sales suggest a positive trend for Tunisia’s agricultural earnings, even as some crops confront climatic challenges.