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Australia: Cassava Market 2025

Cassava Market Size in Australia

The Australian cassava market stood at $X in 2022, stabilizing at the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a prominent expansion. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Cassava Exports

Exports from Australia

In 2019, shipments abroad of cassava decreased by -82.6% to X kg for the first time since 2014, thus ending a four-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports faced a sharp reduction. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cassava exports plummeted to $X in 2019. In general, exports saw a precipitous decline. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

New Zealand (X kg) was the main destination for cassava exports from Australia, accounting for a 85% share of total exports. Moreover, cassava exports to New Zealand exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Maldives (X kg), sixfold.

From 2014 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to New Zealand amounted to -65.1%.

In value terms, New Zealand ($X) remains the key foreign market for cassava exports from Australia, comprising 71% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Maldives ($X), with a 29% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to New Zealand totaled -44.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The average cassava export price stood at $X per ton in 2019, rising by 157% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2019, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Maldives ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to New Zealand amounted to $X per ton.

From 2014 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to New Zealand (+59.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Cassava Imports

Imports into Australia

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of cassava, when their volume decreased by -6.5% to X tons. Overall, total imports indicated temperate growth from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +77.5% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when imports increased by 43%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then shrank in the following year.

In value terms, cassava imports expanded slightly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 53% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Tonga (X tons), Vietnam (X tons) and Fiji (X tons) were the main suppliers of cassava imports to Australia, with a combined 79% share of total imports. India, Costa Rica, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 18%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Vanuatu (with a CAGR of +160.2%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Fiji ($X), Vietnam ($X) and Tonga ($X) appeared to be the largest cassava suppliers to Australia, with a combined 74% share of total imports. India, Costa Rica, Vanuatu, Thailand and Solomon Islands lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 20%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Solomon Islands, with a CAGR of +79.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cassava import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 10% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a temperate increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.9% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, cassava import price increased by +124.0% against 2015 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 33%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the price for Tonga ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Solomon Islands (+23.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cassava in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cassava consumption in 2021 were Nigeria, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Thailand, together accounting for 43% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Ghana, Brazil, Indonesia, Vietnam, Angola, China, Tanzania, Cambodia, Cote d'Ivoire and Malawi, which together accounted for a further 37%.

What are the largest producers of cassava in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cassava production in 2021 were Nigeria, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Thailand, with a combined 43% share of global production. These countries were followed by Ghana, Brazil, Indonesia, Vietnam, Angola, Tanzania, Cambodia, Cote d'Ivoire, Malawi and Mozambique, which together accounted for a further 36%.

What are the leading suppliers of cassava to Australia?

In value terms, the largest cassava suppliers to Australia were Fiji, Vietnam and Tonga, with a combined 76% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of cassava from Australia?

In value terms, New Zealand $312), Malaysia $161) and Singapore $63) appeared to be the largest markets for cassava exported from Australia worldwide, together comprising 97% of total exports.

What is the average export price for cassava in Australia?

The average cassava export price stood at $1,152 per ton in 2021, waning by -7.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cassava in Australia?

The average cassava import price stood at $1,229 per ton in 2021, picking up by 21% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cassava market in Australia. 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 125 - Cassava

Country coverage:

Australia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Australia
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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024