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Belgium: Quinoa Market 2025

Quinoa Market Size in Belgium

In 2021, the Belgian quinoa market decreased by -49.6% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. In general, consumption, however, showed a buoyant expansion. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Quinoa Exports

Exports from Belgium

In 2021, after seven years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of quinoa, when their volume decreased by -23.7% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 265% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2020, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, quinoa exports contracted dramatically to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 226% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2020, and then contracted rapidly in the following year.

Exports by Country

France (X tons) was the main destination for quinoa exports from Belgium, accounting for a 59% share of total exports. Moreover, quinoa exports to France exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Austria (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Spain (X tons), with a 5.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to France amounted to +82.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Austria (+180.8% per year) and Spain (+53.6% per year).

In value terms, France ($X) remains the key foreign market for quinoa exports from Belgium, comprising 50% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Austria ($X), with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Spain, with a 7.9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to France stood at +59.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Austria (+176.5% per year) and Spain (+50.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average quinoa export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, stabilizing at the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a slight slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 an increase of 72% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to France ($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 the Netherlands (+8.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Quinoa Imports

Imports into Belgium

In 2021, after nine years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of quinoa, when their volume decreased by -35.2% to X tons. In general, imports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 299% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, quinoa imports contracted notably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, recorded a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 405% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then fell markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

Peru (X tons), Bolivia (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) were the main suppliers of quinoa imports to Belgium, with a combined 79% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Bolivia (with a CAGR of +66.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest quinoa suppliers to Belgium were Peru ($X), Bolivia ($X) and the Netherlands ($X), together accounting for 70% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Bolivia, with a CAGR of +42.8%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to 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 2021, the average quinoa import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 78% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+4.4%), 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 quinoa in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of quinoa consumption in 2020 were Peru, Bolivia and the U.S., with a combined 68% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Canada, Germany, France, the UK and Ecuador, which together accounted for a further 14%.

What are the largest producers of quinoa in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of quinoa production in 2020 were Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador, together comprising 97% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of quinoa to Belgium?

In value terms, the largest quinoa suppliers to Belgium were Peru, the Netherlands and France, with a combined 72% share of total imports. Bolivia, Italy, Germany and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 23%.

What are the leading importers of quinoa from Belgium?

In value terms, France emerged as the key foreign market for quinoa exports from Belgium, comprising 38% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Austria, with a 13% share of total exports. It was followed by the UK, with a 11% share.

What is the average export price for quinoa in Belgium?

The average quinoa export price stood at $3,116 per ton in 2020, growing by 5.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for quinoa in Belgium?

The average quinoa import price stood at $2,770 per ton in 2020, which is down by -4.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the quinoa market in Belgium. 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 92 - Quinoa

Country coverage:

Belgium

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Belgium
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