
Belgium - Wheat and Meslin Flour - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Market Size for Wheat and Meslin Flour in Belgium
The Belgian wheat and meslin flour market totaled $X in 2022, rising by 12% against the previous year. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a mild descent. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Production of Wheat and Meslin Flour in Belgium
In value terms, wheat and meslin flour production rose significantly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a mild decrease. Wheat and meslin flour production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports of Wheat and Meslin Flour
Exports from Belgium
After two years of growth, overseas shipments of wheat and meslin flour decreased by -10.5% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a perceptible decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 11%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, wheat and meslin flour exports totaled $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a noticeable shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 15%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
The Netherlands (X tons) was the main destination for wheat and meslin flour exports from Belgium, with a 76% share of total exports. Moreover, wheat and meslin flour exports to the Netherlands exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, France (X tons), sixfold. Poland (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 3.2% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the Netherlands amounted to -2.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: France (-1.4% per year) and Poland (+28.4% per year).
In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the key foreign market for wheat and meslin flour exports from Belgium, comprising 73% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by France ($X), with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by Poland, with a 3.4% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the Netherlands stood at -2.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: France (-0.2% per year) and Poland (+22.5% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the average wheat and meslin flour export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per ton) and France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands ($X per ton) and Angola ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Democratic Republic of the Congo (+2.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Wheat and Meslin Flour
Imports into Belgium
In 2022, purchases abroad of wheat and meslin flour increased by 1% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, showed a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 19%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, wheat and meslin flour imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded a slight setback. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
Germany (X tons), Luxembourg (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) were the main suppliers of wheat and meslin flour imports to Belgium, together comprising 83% of total imports. France, Italy and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 15%.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Italy (with a CAGR of +9.4%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Germany ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Luxembourg ($X) appeared to be the largest wheat and meslin flour suppliers to Belgium, together accounting for 77% of total imports. France, Italy and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 20%.
In terms of the main suppliers, Italy, with a CAGR of +13.2%, 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 2022, the average wheat and meslin flour import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 20% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +4.4%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average import price increased by 24%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+8.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for wheat and meslin flour 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 16 - Flour of Wheat
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
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
- MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- 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, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Volume Forecast to 2035
- Market Value Forecast to 2035
- Market Size and Growth, By Product
- Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
- Exports and Growth, By Product
- Export Prices and Growth, By Product
- Production Volume 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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- 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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- 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, By Country, 2012–2024
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