Scheduled briefing date: 28 September 2026
Publication date: 15 September 2026
Market data anchor: 13 September 2026
Dataset: 160 Al Aweer listings across 23 origins, normalised to AED/kg
Data Note and Iran-Origin Notice
This briefing uses the latest available commodity pages and full price-list references dated 13 September 2026. Prices are indicative wholesale references. Actual transactions vary according to grade, pack format, quantity, inspection, freight, storage, demand, and negotiation.
Iran-origin listings are market intelligence only and are non-executable. Under the UAE trade suspension effective 19 August 2026, Iran-origin references must not be used as offers, shipment instructions, purchase indications, or executable procurement benchmarks. Exporters and buyers must verify current requirements with licensed UAE importers and relevant authorities before any transaction.
Executive Market Position
1. Garlic is showing origin and grade divergence
China normal garlic is quoted at AED 4.11/kg, increasing 15.1%. China pure white garlic is at AED 5.89/kg, increasing 17.8%. India garlic is quoted at AED 5.76/kg, declining 5.0%.
The garlic family therefore spans approximately AED 4.11–5.89/kg. The spread reflects more than origin. China normal is listed in a 2.8 kg carton, China pure white in the same carton format, while India garlic is listed in a 3.3 kg mesh bag. Grade, bulb appearance, curing, size consistency, and customer segment must be confirmed before comparing offers.
2. Onion prices support structured origin selection
The onion family averages AED 2.75/kg across 15 varieties. Executable references include Yemen at AED 2.30/kg, Egypt in a 20 kg PPE bag at AED 2.15/kg, Turkey red onion at AED 2.50/kg, Sudan pink onion at AED 3.30/kg, and India new crop in an 18 kg format at AED 3.65/kg.
Iran-origin white, brown, red Shirazi, and red Tabrezi listings remain non-executable intelligence only.
3. Gourds are correcting while drumstick strengthens
Oman ridge gourd and snake gourd are both at AED 2.14/kg, each declining 16.7%. Oman bitter gourd is at AED 5.71/kg, down 11.2%. In contrast, India drumstick shipped by air is at AED 5.67/kg, increasing 30.9%.
This is a clear example of how perishability, freight mode, and supply availability influence wholesale fruits and vegetables Dubai procurement.
Al Aweer Movement Table
| Commodity and origin | Format | 13 September reference | Movement | Execution status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garlic normal, China | 2.8 kg carton | AED 4.11/kg | +15.1% | Executable subject to inspection |
| Garlic pure white, China | 2.8 kg carton | AED 5.89/kg | +17.8% | Executable subject to grade |
| Garlic, India | 3.3 kg mesh bag | AED 5.76/kg | −5.0% | Executable subject to quality |
| Onion, Yemen | Mesh bag | AED 2.30/kg | Reference | Executable subject to compliance |
| Onion, Egypt | 20 kg PPE bag | AED 2.15/kg | Reference | Executable subject to compliance |
| Red onion, Turkey | By weight | AED 2.50/kg | Reference | Executable subject to grade |
| Pink onion, Sudan | Approximately 50 mm | AED 3.30/kg | Reference | Executable subject to specification |
| Onion new crop, India | 18 kg format | AED 3.65/kg | Reference | Executable subject to inspection |
| Ridge gourd, Oman | Carton | AED 2.14/kg | −16.7% | Executable subject to freshness |
| Snake gourd, Oman | Carton | AED 2.14/kg | −16.7% | Executable subject to freshness |
| Bitter gourd, Oman | Carton | AED 5.71/kg | −11.2% | Executable subject to quality |
| Drumstick, India | Airfreight | AED 5.67/kg | +30.9% | Executable subject to shelf life |
Commodity Snapshot Tables
Garlic Snapshot
| Line | Origin | Pack | AED/kg | Procurement signal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garlic normal | China | 2.8 kg carton | 4.11 | Value-oriented supply |
| Garlic pure white | China | 2.8 kg carton | 5.89 | Premium grade and appearance |
| Garlic | India | 3.3 kg mesh bag | 5.76 | Higher reference despite correction |
Onion Snapshot
| Line | Origin and format | AED/kg | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onion | Yemen mesh bag | 2.30 | Executable reference |
| Onion | Egypt, 20 kg PPE bag | 2.15 | Executable reference |
| Red onion | Turkey | 2.50 | Executable reference |
| Pink onion | Sudan, approximately 50 mm | 3.30 | Executable reference |
| New-crop onion | India, 18 kg | 3.65 | Executable reference |
| White onion | Iran | 1.22 | Non-executable |
| Brown onion | Iran | 2.44 | Non-executable |
| Red Shirazi | Iran | 1.75 | Non-executable |
| Red Tabrezi | Iran | 1.85 | Non-executable |
Pomegranate, Grape and Stone Fruit Snapshot
| Commodity | Origin and format | AED/kg | Movement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pomegranate | Egypt road, crate | 2.86 | +27.1% |
| Pomegranate | Yemen road | 3.75 | +50.0% |
| Pomegranate | India, 10-piece carton | 6.00 | +33.3% |
| Green seedless grapes | Lebanon | 9.14 | +28.0% |
| Black-seed grapes | Lebanon | 8.57 | Reference |
| Black grapes | Turkey | 10.57 | Reference |
| Black seedless grapes | Egypt | 9.43 | Reference |
| Apricot | Jordan | 11.43 | Reference |
| Custard apple | Lebanon, air | 21.43 | Reference |
Deep Dive: Garlic Rally Divergence
The garlic rally is not uniform across the category. China normal garlic remains the lowest executable reference at AED 4.11/kg, while China pure white reaches AED 5.89/kg. The difference of AED 1.78/kg represents a meaningful premium for grade and presentation.
India garlic is priced at AED 5.76/kg, only slightly below China pure white despite its 3.3 kg mesh-bag format. Exporters should provide the following information with every quote:
- Bulb size and count range.
- Curing and moisture condition.
- White or standard grade classification.
- Net weight and carton or mesh-bag specification.
- Expected shelf life under controlled storage.
- Inspection photographs before loading.
Mayil Global supports strict quality control, hygienic handling, proper storage, and organized logistics for wholesale fruits and vegetables Dubai buyers require consistently.
Deep Dive: Onion Import Playbook
For exporters focused on importing onions Dubai, the correct decision is based on usable landed cost rather than the lowest market reference.
1. Select the origin
Compare Yemen, Egypt, Turkey, Sudan, and India according to price, crop condition, transit time, grade availability, and supply continuity. Egypt offers an executable reference of AED 2.15/kg, while India new crop is higher at AED 3.65/kg.
2. Define grade and diameter
Specify bulb colour, variety, diameter, firmness, dryness, sprouting tolerance, skin coverage, defect limits, and acceptable weight variation. Sudan pink onion is referenced at approximately 50 mm, demonstrating the importance of diameter in commercial buying.
3. Confirm the pack format
Common formats include mesh bags, PPE bags, and cartons. Confirm whether the buyer needs a 20 kg PPE bag, 18 kg pack, or another retail and wholesale configuration.
4. Prepare documentation
The standard file should include commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, bill of lading, phytosanitary certificate, inspection report, and any required pesticide-residue documentation.
5. Select freight
Use sea freight for planned container programs where shelf life supports the transit period. Road freight may be suitable for regional origins and shorter replenishment cycles.
6. Inspect before loading
Check bulb condition, pack integrity, container cleanliness, ventilation, temperature requirements, and loading photographs.
7. Calculate landed cost
Include product value, inland transport, export charges, freight, insurance, customs, clearance, inspection, handling, storage, distribution, wastage, and the agreed distribution commission.
8. Plan container capacity
Indicative capacity is approximately 20–24 tonnes in a 20-foot reefer and 26–28 tonnes in a 40-foot reefer, subject to packaging, loading pattern, product density, and carrier restrictions.
9. Match the UAE buyer
Confirm the buyer’s monthly requirement, delivery schedule, pack preference, target price, payment terms, and acceptance criteria before shipment.
Gourd Complex Correction and Pomegranate Procurement
Oman ridge and snake gourd are correcting to AED 2.14/kg, creating a potential replenishment window for restaurants, retailers, and wholesale distributors. Bitter gourd remains materially higher at AED 5.71/kg, while India airfreight drumstick has strengthened to AED 5.67/kg. Exporters must balance price with shelf life and freight speed.
Pomegranate presents a clear origin spread:
| Procurement requirement | Preferred reference | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest executable cost | Egypt road, AED 2.86/kg | Competitive reference and road logistics |
| Mid-range supply | Yemen road, AED 3.75/kg | Higher movement but practical regional sourcing |
| Premium presentation | India, 10-piece carton, AED 6.00/kg | Higher pack and presentation positioning |
Mayil Global Distribution for Exporters
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The service includes:
- Product and exporter verification.
- Buyer specification matching.
- Documentation review.
- Inspection coordination.
- Commercial communication.
- Organized UAE distribution.
- Support for supermarkets, restaurants, retailers, and wholesale distributors.
The 3% commission provides a transparent route into the UAE market without requiring exporters to build an immediate local sales infrastructure. Mayil Global also supports immediate cash-and-carry container purchases, subject to product verification, inspection, documentation, agreed specifications, and commercial terms.
How to Export Food to Dubai: Nine Steps
- Define the product: Confirm commodity, origin, variety, grade, pack, volume, and shelf life.
- Verify the UAE importer: Confirm trade licensing, food-trading activity, customs registration, and receiving capability.
- Check authority requirements: Review Dubai Municipality and MOCCAE requirements for the product and origin.
- Register products where required: Confirm food-item registration, labels, and import approvals before dispatch.
- Prepare documents: Arrange invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate, health documents, and laboratory certificates where applicable.
- Select freight: Match sea, road, or air freight to shelf life, product value, and confirmed demand.
- Inspect and load: Verify quality, packaging, container hygiene, temperature, and loading records.
- Clear and distribute: Coordinate customs, agricultural release, inspection, storage, and delivery.
- Select the commercial model: Use Mayil Global’s 3% commission distribution model or immediate cash-and-carry container purchase option.
MOCCAE identifies the phytosanitary certificate, customs manifest or bill of lading, certificate of origin, and invoice or contents list among the required documents for agricultural consignments. Requirements can vary by origin and commodity.
Verified Buyer for Exporters UAE Submission Checklist
Exporters seeking a verified buyer for exporters UAE should submit:
- Company registration and export history.
- Product and origin details.
- Grade, size, pack format, and photographs.
- Available container or monthly volume.
- Price indication and Incoterms.
- Loading location and readiness date.
- Phytosanitary, health, origin, and laboratory documents.
- Preferred payment and distribution model.
Action Checklists
For exporters
- Compare origin, grade, pack, and landed cost.
- Exclude Iran-origin listings from executable planning.
- Confirm buyer specifications in writing.
- Prepare documents before loading.
- Select freight based on shelf life.
- Request inspection before dispatch.
- Evaluate the 3% commission model or cash-and-carry purchase route.
For UAE buyers
- Confirm weekly and monthly demand.
- Approve quality and diameter specifications.
- Compare usable delivered cost.
- Maintain alternative origins for volatile products.
- Verify documentation before arrival.
- Use hygienic storage and organized distribution.
- Build dependable supply relationships with qualified suppliers.
Conclusion
The 13 September Al Aweer dataset shows four important conditions: garlic prices are diverging by origin and grade; onion procurement requires a disciplined import playbook; the gourd complex is correcting; and pomegranate, grape, and stone-fruit prices show a wide origin and format spread.
Successful UAE supply depends on verified sourcing, strict quality control, hygienic handling, compliant documentation, and organized logistics. Mayil Global reinforces these standards through dependable wholesale fruits and vegetables Dubai supply, a transparent 3% commission-based distribution model, and immediate cash-and-carry container purchases subject to verification.
For exporter submissions, wholesale supply requirements, or buyer coordination, contact:
- Mayil Global Contact Page
- trade@mayilglobal.com
- +971 585058626
Sources
- Al Aweer Market Full Price List : 13 September 2026
- Al Aweer Market Report
- Al Aweer Daily Movers
- Al Aweer Market
- MOCCAE: Release of Imported Agricultural Products Consignment
- Dubai Municipality Food Safety Department
- Dubai Municipality: Release Imported Food Consignments for Sale
- U.S. Trade.gov: UAE Import Requirements and Documentation
- Mayil Global Sourcing and Logistics
- Mayil Global Products
- Mayil Global Contact Page
- Reuters: UAE Trade Suspension Context
- AP: UAE Trade Suspension Context
Disclaimer
All Al Aweer figures are indicative wholesale references compiled from market activity and normalised to AED/kg. They are not guaranteed transaction prices. Actual prices depend on quality, grade, pack format, quantity, freight, inspection, storage, market demand, and negotiation.
Iran-origin listings are market intelligence only and are non-executable under the UAE trade suspension effective 19 August 2026. They must not be used as offers, shipment instructions, purchase indications, or procurement commitments. Exporters and buyers must independently verify current UAE trade, customs, food-safety, phytosanitary, sanctions, and import requirements with licensed professionals and relevant authorities before committing to any transaction.