Georgia's ice cream exports surged by 392% in the first half of 2025, reaching 68 tons worth USD 767,000, compared to just 16 tons and USD 156,000 during the same period in 2024, according to official trade data.

Export Breakdown – 1H25:

Azerbaijan: 47 tons | USD 516,000

Armenia: 20 tons | USD 251,000

Export markets were limited to these two neighboring countries.

Imports Remain Much Higher:

Despite the export growth, Georgia remains a net importer of ice cream. In January–June 2025, the country imported:

849 tons worth USD 4.6 million

Up 19.2% from 691 tons worth USD 3.8 million in 1H24

Key Ice Cream Import Sources:

Turkey: 209 tons | USD 1.5 million (33% of total imports)

Ukraine: 213 tons | USD 908,000

Russia: 77 tons | USD 585,000

Armenia: 107 tons | USD 415,000

France: 63 tons | USD 379,000

The sharp rise in exports suggests growing regional demand for Georgian ice cream, particularly in Azerbaijan and Armenia. However, import volumes remain over 12 times higher, indicating continued reliance on foreign producers to meet domestic demand.