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Benelux: Buckwheat Market 2025

Buckwheat Market Size in Benelux

In 2022, the Benelux buckwheat market increased by 17% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, consumption recorded prominent growth. The level of consumption peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Buckwheat Production in Benelux

In value terms, buckwheat production expanded to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, faced a dramatic setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 6,325%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Luxembourg (X tons) remains the largest buckwheat producing country in Benelux, accounting for 99.9% of total volume.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume in Luxembourg totaled +1.7%.

Buckwheat Exports

Exports in Benelux

Buckwheat exports skyrocketed to X tons in 2022, picking up by 22% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports, however, recorded a perceptible curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 51% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, buckwheat exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Total exports indicated notable growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +71.2% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 105% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands prevails in exports structure, reaching X tons, which was near 91% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), mixing up a 9.1% share of total exports.

Exports from the Netherlands decreased at an average annual rate of -5.3% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Belgium (+5.1%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Belgium emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Benelux, with a CAGR of +5.1% from 2012-2022. Belgium (+5.7 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the Netherlands saw its share reduced by -5.7% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the largest buckwheat supplier in Benelux, comprising 95% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 4.4% share of total exports.

In the Netherlands, buckwheat exports increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% over the period from 2012-2022.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Benelux amounted to $X per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Overall, the export price posted buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the export price increased by 48%. The level of export peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+8.5%).

Buckwheat Imports

Imports in Benelux

After three years of decline, supplies from abroad of buckwheat increased by 8.4% to X tons in 2022. Total imports indicated mild growth from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 29% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, buckwheat imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports enjoyed strong growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands represented the key importing country with an import of around X tons, which amounted to 66% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), creating a 33% share of total imports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the buckwheat imports, with a CAGR of +3.9% from 2012 to 2022. Belgium (-1.3%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of the Netherlands (+12 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2022, the share of Belgium (-12.4 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported buckwheat in Benelux, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 26% share of total imports.

In the Netherlands, buckwheat imports increased at an average annual rate of +13.4% over the period from 2012-2022.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 34%. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+9.1%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the buckwheat market in Benelux. 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.

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Benelux, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Benelux
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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 VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
3. HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Belgium
- Luxembourg
- Netherlands
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, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
13. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Yield And Growth
12. Exports And Growth
13. Export Prices And Growth
14. Market Size And Growth
15. Per Capita Consumption
16. Imports And Growth
17. Import Prices
18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
20. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
21. Yield, 2012–2024
22. Production, By Country, 2024
23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
24. Harvested Area, By Country, 2024
25. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
38. Export Prices, 2012–2024