Azerbaijan: Durum Wheat Market 2025

Durum Wheat Market Size in Azerbaijan

The Azerbaijani durum wheat market dropped to $X in 2022, shrinking by -3.7% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +3.3% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Durum Wheat Production in Azerbaijan

In value terms, durum wheat production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated perceptible growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production increased by +3.1% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the production volume increased by 30%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In 2022, the average durum wheat yield in Azerbaijan contracted modestly to X tons per ha, falling by -1.9% compared with 2021 figures. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the yield increased by 30% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average durum wheat yield hit record highs at X tons per ha in 2021, and then contracted slightly in the following year. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, approx. X ha of durum wheat were harvested in Azerbaijan; flattening at the previous year. In general, the harvested area, however, saw a slight decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 14%. The durum wheat harvested area peaked at X ha in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.

Durum Wheat Exports

Exports from Azerbaijan

Durum wheat exports from Azerbaijan amounted to X tons in 2021, standing approx. at 2020. Over the period under review, exports recorded a abrupt slump. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2016. The exports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, durum wheat exports totaled $X in 2021. Overall, exports showed a abrupt downturn. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2016. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Kazakhstan (X tons) was the main destination for durum wheat exports from Azerbaijan, accounting for a 98% share of total exports. It was followed by Japan (X tons), with a 2% share of total exports.

From 2015 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Kazakhstan was relatively modest.

From 2015 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Kazakhstan was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average durum wheat export price amounted to $X per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Overall, the export price enjoyed a tangible increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 a decrease of 99.9%. The export price peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

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

From 2015 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Japan (0.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Durum Wheat Imports

Imports into Azerbaijan

In 2022, durum wheat imports into Azerbaijan shrank notably to X tons, with a decrease of -95.9% on 2021 figures. In general, imports faced a significant decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 482% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, durum wheat imports contracted markedly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a precipitous descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 443%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Kazakhstan (X tons) constituted the largest durum wheat supplier to Azerbaijan, with a 87% share of total imports. Moreover, durum wheat imports from Kazakhstan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Russia (X tons), ninefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Kazakhstan stood at -40.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Russia (-43.2% per year) and Turkey (+37.3% per year).

In value terms, Kazakhstan ($X) constituted the largest supplier of durum wheat to Azerbaijan, comprising 90% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Turkey ($X), with a 5.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Kazakhstan totaled -34.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+47.5% per year) and Russia (-45.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average durum wheat import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 73% against the previous year. In general, the import price enjoyed a resilient increase. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the price for Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kazakhstan (+9.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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