SAUDI ARABIA

Feedback from the Trade on Their Plans and Interest in the USA Pear Season:

Importers are interested in USA Pears but planning smaller, controlled programs due to higher costs and limited supply.

Expectations for Any Freight or Logistics Challenges:

Red Sea shipping issues continue, so higher freight rates and delivery delays are still expected.

Opportunities in Your Market for Specific Varieties, Sizes, and Grades:

There is good potential for clean Green Anjou pears in mid-size counts (100–120) and consistent ripeness for display-ready programs.

Update on the Competition in the Market:

South Africa, China, Turkey, and EU origins are strong competitors with lower landed prices and more stable supply.

Political or Economic Issues Impacting Imports, Retail, or Consumer Behavior:

The Saudi economy is stable, but consumers are price-sensitive, so promotions and value positioning are important.

Other Brief Comments:

USA Pears should be positioned as premium, consistent quality with focused retailer promotions rather than high-volume supply. In simple words, the success of this season will depend on steady weekly arrivals, strong shelf visibility, and simple pricing offers that move volume.