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Australia: Pigeon Peas Market 2025

Pigeon Peas Market Size in Australia

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the Australian pigeon peas market, when its value decreased by -58.8% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, enjoyed a measured increase. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X, and then dropped notably in the following year.

Pigeon Peas Exports

Exports from Australia

In 2021, the amount of pigeon peas exported from Australia soared to X tons, jumping by 237% against the year before. Overall, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 257%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, pigeon peas exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports posted a buoyant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Malaysia (X tons) was the main destination for pigeon peas exports from Australia, accounting for a 94% share of total exports. Moreover, pigeon peas exports to Malaysia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Myanmar (X tons), more than tenfold. India (X kg) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 0.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Malaysia stood at +42.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Myanmar (+16.7% per year) and India (-25.0% per year).

In value terms, Malaysia ($X) remains the key foreign market for pigeon peas exports from Australia, comprising 81% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Myanmar ($X), with a 9.3% share of total exports. It was followed by India, with a 1.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Malaysia amounted to +34.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Myanmar (+18.1% per year) and India (-20.6% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average pigeon peas export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 12% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by 31% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Malaysia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to India (+5.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Pigeon Peas Imports

Imports into Australia

In 2021, overseas purchases of pigeon peas decreased by -58.4% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed a notable expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 107% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, pigeon peas imports contracted rapidly to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, enjoyed a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 110% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then fell dramatically in the following year.

Imports by Country

India (X tons), Myanmar (X tons) and Malaysia (X tons) were the main suppliers of pigeon peas imports to Australia, together accounting for 88% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for India (with a CAGR of +20.9%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, India ($X), Myanmar ($X) and Sri Lanka ($X) appeared to be the largest pigeon peas suppliers to Australia, with a combined 90% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Sri Lanka, with a CAGR of +37.1%, 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

The average pigeon peas import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 29% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a tangible increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, pigeon peas import price increased by +78.4% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 36%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Sri Lanka ($X per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sri Lanka (+20.3%), 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 pigeon peas in the world?

The country with the largest volume of pigeon peas consumption was India, comprising approx. 77% of total volume. Moreover, pigeon peas consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Malawi, tenfold. Myanmar ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6% share.

What are the largest producers of pigeon peas in the world?

India remains the largest pigeon peas producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 71% of total volume. Moreover, pigeon peas production in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Malawi, ninefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Myanmar, with a 6.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of pigeon peas to Australia?

In value terms, Myanmar, India and Malaysia appeared to be the largest pigeon peas suppliers to Australia, together comprising 95% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of pigeon peas from Australia?

In value terms, Myanmar emerged as the key foreign market for pigeon peas exports from Australia, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with a 13% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for pigeon peas in Australia?

In 2020, the average pigeon peas export price amounted to $1,072 per ton, rising by 128% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for pigeon peas in Australia?

The average pigeon peas import price stood at $1,161 per ton in 2020, rising by 2.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pigeon peas 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 197 - Pigeon peas

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

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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