Apples from Poland for importers in Saudi Arabia
We are three generations of apple growers in Grójec, Poland, exporting our own fruit directly to importers and retail suppliers outside the EU. Saudi buyers order Red Delicious (Red Chief, Jeromine), Gala clones and Golden Delicious from us, packed to the carton and calibre their programme requires, under GLOBALG.A.P. Chain of Custody. Start on WhatsApp with your variety, calibre, packaging and volume.
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EU apple exports to Saudi Arabia
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| EU apple exports to Saudi Arabia, 2025 | 81 583 t |
| EU apple exports to Saudi Arabia, 2024 | 75 610 t (derived from the 2025 volume and the reported change) |
| Change 2025 vs 2024 | +7.9% |
Source: UN Comtrade, HS 0808 10 (fresh apples), EU exports outside the Union, 2025 vs 2024 — analysis by Agriteo. Agriteo: EU apple exports 2025 — 1.05 million tonnes, top 10 markets
Saudi Arabia is the second-largest non-EU destination for EU apples with 81 583 tonnes in 2025, growing a steady 7.9% year on year. It is a mature, specification-driven market: buyers here tend to repeat the same calibre and carton format across the season, which suits direct grower supply.
- Steady, programme-based demand rather than spot peaks — good fit for season-long supply from one grower group.
- Retail and HORECA supply chains expect consistent colour and calibre in every load; we pack to a written spec.
- Grower-direct means one point of contact from orchard to loading and photos of the packed pallets before the truck or container leaves.
Which varieties do we ship to Saudi Arabia?
Main lines from our orchards: Red Delicious (Red Chief, Jeromine); Gala (Gala Royal, Gala Must, Gala Schniga SchniCo Red); Golden Delicious (Yellow, Green). On request: Jonagold, Jonagored, Lobo, Alwa, Gloster, Idared, Najdared.
How do apples get from Grójec to Saudi Arabia?
Loads travel in refrigerated transport: reefer containers by sea for overseas destinations, or refrigerated trucks overland; the route and transit time are confirmed in our written offer. Loading takes place at our own facilities after the specification and payment terms (payment in advance for the first order; trade terms for later orders once credit insurance is approved) are confirmed in writing.
Which export documents do you receive?
Each load ships with a commercial invoice, packing list, phytosanitary certificate and certificate of origin, plus the transport document (CMR or bill of lading). Any additional documents required by the importing country are agreed before loading.
Certification: GLOBALG.A.P. Chain of Custody (CoC) — the only certification we hold. Language of correspondence: English and Polish; a Arabic version of this page is available.
Frequently asked questions — Saudi Arabia
How big is the Saudi market for EU apples?
- Saudi Arabia imported 81 583 tonnes of EU apples in 2025, 7.9% more than in 2024, making it the second-largest non-EU destination for EU apples.
Can you supply a full-season programme to Saudi Arabia?
- Season availability from our orchards: August to June. Volume we can commit per season: about 16 000 tonnes.
What export documents come with a shipment to Saudi Arabia?
- Each load ships with a commercial invoice, packing list, phytosanitary certificate and certificate of origin, plus the transport document (CMR or bill of lading). Any additional documents required by the importing country are agreed before loading.
Do you communicate in Arabic?
- We negotiate in English and Polish on WhatsApp; an Arabic version of this page is available. All export paperwork is issued in English.
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