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Bolivia: Maize Market 2025

Maize Market Size in Bolivia

In 2022, the Bolivian maize market decreased by -0.1% to $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a four-year rising trend. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +3.0% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Maize consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then declined slightly in the following year.

Maize Production in Bolivia

In value terms, maize production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, the total production indicated a perceptible increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by -0.0% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the production volume increased by 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2020; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

The average yield of maize (green) in Bolivia reduced slightly to X tons per ha in 2022, almost unchanged from 2021. Overall, the yield saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the yield increased by 7.5%. The maize yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the yield stood at a somewhat lower figure. 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 maize (green) were harvested in Bolivia; approximately equating the year before. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the harvested area increased by 9.1%. The maize harvested area peaked at X ha in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.

Maize Exports

Exports from Bolivia

In 2022, maize exports from Bolivia skyrocketed to X tons, rising by 1,496% on 2021 figures. Overall, exports showed buoyant growth. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, maize exports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports posted a significant expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons) was the main destination for maize exports from Bolivia, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Spain totaled +11.7%.

In value terms, Spain ($X) also remains the key foreign market for maize (green) exports from Bolivia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Spain stood at +25.5%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average maize export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -25.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 147%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Spain.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Canada amounted to +13.5% per year.

Maize Imports

Imports into Bolivia

In 2022, after four years of decline, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of maize (green), when their volume decreased by -50% to X kg. Overall, imports continue to indicate a precipitous shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 5,490% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, maize imports contracted sharply to $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a dramatic decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 943% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X kg) was the main supplier of maize to Bolivia, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States totaled -25.7%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of maize (green) to Bolivia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States stood at -7.7%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average maize import price amounted to $X per ton, stabilizing at the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average import price increased by 1,137%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to +24.3% per year.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the maize market in Bolivia. 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 446 - Green Corn (Maize)

Country coverage:

Bolivia

Data coverage:

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