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UNSD - Value-Added Vegetables Indicator Framework

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  Economic Comparison: Raw vs. Value-Added Vegetables (2026 Forecast) In 2026, the global vegetable market is increasingly defined by the "Value Multiplier"—the ratio of revenue generated when a raw crop is processed into an industrial or retail-ready product. While raw vegetables ( UNSD 012) face high perishability and price volatility, value-added diversification offers price stability and significantly higher margins. UNSD 012 Group Raw Commodity (Avg. $/Ton) High-Value Diversified Format Value-Added (Avg. $/Ton) Value Multiplier 0121: Leafy/Stem $500 – $800 Freeze-Dried "Superfood" Powders $13,500 – $19,000 24x – 27x 0122: Melons $350 – $550 HPP Cold-Pressed Juices $2,800 – $4,200 7x – 8x 0123: Fruit-bearing $650 – $950 Pharmaceutical-Grade Lycopene $45,000 – $60,000 60x – 70x 0124: Green Legumes $900 – $1,300 Pea Protein Isolates (85%+) $5,200 – $7,500 5x – 6x 0125: Root & Bulb $400 – $650 Spray-Dried Garlic/Onion Flakes $3,800 – $5,200 8x – 9x 0127: Mushr...
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UNSD - Global Value Added Banana Production by Country

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  UNSD - Global Banana Production: Value Added by Country The United Nations Statistics Division (UNSD) , in collaboration with the FAO , monitors the economic health of the agricultural sector through the lens of "Value Added." In the System of National Accounts (SNA), Value Added represents the net contribution to a country's GDP—calculated as the gross value of banana output at basic prices, minus the cost of intermediate inputs (fertilizers, pesticides, energy, and logistics). 2026 Economic Performance Overview As of 2026, the global banana industry has surpassed a market valuation of $145 billion . While production volume is a key metric, the UNSD focuses on the efficiency of the value chain and the industry's ability to generate income for producing nations. 1. Leading Nations by Agricultural Value Added The countries below represent the highest economic "net output" from banana cultivation. Note that while India and China lead in total value due to m...
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