World - Sweet Potato - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Sweet potato market: discover the latest statistics powered by an Ai-driven market intelligence platform. Statistics include consumption, production, market prices, trade, companies, exports, market size, and imports. Here is a breakdown by region, including the U.K., the Middle East, Africa, Russia, China, Latin America, the U.S., and EU. Market dynamics and forecast to 2030 are also provided in the snapshots.
Sweet Potato - World's Largest Markets
| Rating | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | China |
| 2 | Tanzania |
| 3 | Malawi |
| 4 | Nigeria |
| 5 | Ethiopia |
In value terms, China led the market, alone. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Tanzania. It was followed by Malawi.
From 2018 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value in China stood at -8.1%. The remaining consuming countries recorded the following average annual rates of market growth: Tanzania (+1.0% per year) and Malawi (+8.9% per year).
Sweet Potato Prices
Lowest Prices - FOB - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Canada | 500 | 513 | 542 | 4.1% |
| China | 708 | 895 | 630 | -5.7% |
| Egypt | 658 | 528 | 704 | 3.4% |
| United States | 769 | 720 | 720 | -3.2% |
| Spain | 989 | 1038 | 1076 | 4.3% |
| Netherlands | 1153 | 1187 | 1080 | -3.2% |
| Vietnam | 1140 | 1455 | 1228 | 3.8% |
| Average | 877 | 878 | 864 | -0.7% |
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($1,228 per ton), while Canada ($542 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Highest Prices - CIF - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Germany | 1316 | 1434 | 1336 | 0.8% |
| Japan | 1238 | 1410 | 1208 | -1.2% |
| Singapore | 1280 | 1350 | 1126 | -6.2% |
| Thailand | 1214 | 961 | 1085 | -5.5% |
| France | 865 | 1015 | 989 | 6.9% |
| Netherlands | 797 | 670 | 908 | 6.7% |
| Canada | 711 | 784 | 849 | 9.3% |
| Spain | 1082 | 807 | 804 | -13.8% |
| United Kingdom | 704 | 784 | 754 | 3.5% |
| Belgium | 841 | 847 | 740 | -6.2% |
| Malaysia | 680 | 644 | 609 | -5.4% |
| Italy | 713 | 1004 | 580 | -9.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | 390 | 526 | 565 | 20.4% |
| Average | 844 | 886 | 905 | 3.5% |
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Germany ($1,336 per ton), while Saudi Arabia ($565 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Sweet Potato - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| million USD | ||||
| Netherlands | 98 | 105 | 159 | 27.2% |
| United Kingdom | 105 | 108 | 120 | 6.9% |
| Canada | 51 | 57 | 65 | 12.2% |
| Germany | 44 | 58 | 64 | 20.6% |
| France | 35 | 55 | 53 | 22.8% |
In value terms, the largest sweet potato importing markets worldwide were the Netherlands ($159M), the UK ($120M) and Canada ($65M), together accounting for 47% of global imports. These countries were followed by Germany, France, Belgium, Thailand, Japan, Singapore, Spain, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia and Italy, which together accounted for a further 34%.
Spain (+72.2% per year) recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Sweet Potato - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| million USD | ||||
| United States | 231 | 188 | 189 | -9.5% |
| Netherlands | 108 | 154 | 151 | 18.1% |
| Egypt | 31 | 48 | 72 | 52.4% |
| Vietnam | 62 | 42 | 62 | -0.6% |
| Spain | 42 | 52 | 56 | 16.0% |
In value terms, the largest sweet potato supplying countries worldwide were the United States ($189M), the Netherlands ($151M) and Egypt ($72M), with a combined 55% share of global exports. Vietnam, Spain, China and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 23%.
Canada (+121.3% per year) recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Sweet Potato - Market Forecast
Driven by rising demand for sweet potato worldwide, the market is expected to start an upward consumption trend over the next decade. The performance of the market is forecast to increase slightly, with an anticipated CAGR of for the period from 2020 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to by the end of 2030.
Sweet Potato - Top Companies
McCain Foods Group Inc, CRUSTA FRUIT JUICES PROPRIETARY LIMITED, McCain Foods Limited, ALLANASONS PRIVATE LIMITED, Lamb Weston Inc, McCain Usa, Inc., McCain Foods Usa, Inc., SIMPLOT AUSTRALIA (HOLDINGS) PTY LIMITED, Norpac Foods, Inc., Cooperative Regions of Organic Producer Pools, Changyang Dongshan Yam Plantation Specialty Cooperative, Clarebout Potatoes NV, KEREVITAS GIDA SANAYI VE TICARET ANONIM SIRKETI, Putian Chengxiang District Haiqing Food Factory, ADM WILD Europe GmbH & Co. KG, riha WeserGold Getränke GmbH & Co. KG, Canada's Finest Foods, Inc., Louis Dreyfus Company Sucos S/A, Eckes-Granini Group GmbH, Yancheng District Peicheng Town Tielu Village Kunde Family Farm
Sweet Potato - Product Coverage
- HS 071420 - Vegetable roots and tubers; sweet potatoes, with high starch or inulin content, whether or not sliced or in the form of pellets, fresh or dried
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global sweet potato market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- FCL 122 - Sweet potatoes
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
+ the largest producing countries
Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
- HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Area Harvested, 2012–2024
- Yield, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2024
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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