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Bulgaria: Bambara Bean Market 2025

Bambara Bean Market Size in Bulgaria

The Bulgarian bambara bean market expanded rapidly to $X in 2022, picking up by 6.2% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a mild downturn. 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.

Bambara Bean Production in Bulgaria

In value terms, bambara bean production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a slight expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by 49%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

The average yield of bambara beans in Bulgaria stood at less than X kg per ha in 2022, stabilizing at the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, the yield showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The bambara bean harvested area in Bulgaria was estimated at less than X ha in 2022, remaining relatively unchanged against the year before. In general, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Bambara Bean Exports

Exports from Bulgaria

Bambara bean exports from Bulgaria contracted remarkably to X kg in 2022, reducing by -99.1% compared with the year before. Overall, exports saw a sharp curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 627% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, bambara bean exports fell dramatically to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a sharp decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 973% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Cyprus (X kg) was the main destination for bambara bean exports from Bulgaria, accounting for a 96% share of total exports. Moreover, bambara bean exports to Cyprus exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Switzerland (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2015 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Cyprus totaled -45.8%.

In value terms, Cyprus ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for bambara beans exports from Bulgaria, comprising 91% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Switzerland ($X), with an 8.5% share of total exports.

From 2015 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Cyprus stood at -37.1%.

Export Prices by Country

The average bambara bean export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 88% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a resilient increase. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2015 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the UK (+24.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Bambara Bean Imports

Imports into Bulgaria

In 2022, imports of bambara beans into Bulgaria soared to X tons, with an increase of 581% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, imports, however, faced a deep reduction. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, bambara bean imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a sharp decline. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Greece (X tons) was the main supplier of bambara bean to Bulgaria, accounting for a 99% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain (X kg), with a 0.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Greece amounted to +5.7%.

In value terms, Greece ($X) constituted the largest supplier of bambara beans to Bulgaria, comprising 97% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 2.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Greece amounted to -1.6%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average bambara bean import price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -43.8% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a noticeable setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 162%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the price for Greece stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+18.4%), 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 bambara beans in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of bambara bean consumption in 2020 were Burkina Faso, Niger and Cameroon, with a combined 61% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Mali, Togo, Zimbabwe and Democratic Republic of the Congo, which together accounted for a further 31%.

What are the largest producers of bambara beans in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of bambara bean production in 2020 were Burkina Faso, Niger and Cameroon, together comprising 61% of global production. Mali, Togo, Zimbabwe and Democratic Republic of the Congo lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 31%.

What are the leading suppliers of bambara beans to Bulgaria?

In value terms, the largest bambara bean suppliers to Bulgaria were Italy and Poland.

What are the leading importers of bambara beans from Bulgaria?

In value terms, Romania remains the key foreign market for bambara bean exports from Bulgaria, comprising 85% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK, with a 15% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for bambara beans in Bulgaria?

The average bambara bean export price stood at $1,311 per ton in 2020, picking up by 15% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for bambara beans in Bulgaria?

The average bambara bean import price stood at $660 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -8.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bambara bean market in Bulgaria. 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 203 - Bambara beans

Country coverage:

Bulgaria

Data coverage:

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