Report Update Jan 1, 2025

Bulgaria - Oats - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

Single report

Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)

$599 Basic Edition

$2095 Professional Edition

What's the difference?

Subscription

Online access and download

from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

Bulgaria: Oat Market 2025

Oat Market Size in Bulgaria

The Bulgarian oat market surged to $X in 2022, with an increase of 27% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a pronounced reduction. Oat consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Oat Production in Bulgaria

In value terms, oat production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a pronounced reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 38%. Oat production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

The average yield of oats in Bulgaria fell to X tons per ha in 2022, shrinking by -1.8% compared with 2021 figures. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 18%. As a result, the yield reached the peak level of X tons per ha. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the average oat yield remained at a 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, the total area harvested in terms of oats production in Bulgaria surged to X ha, growing by 17% against 2021 figures. Overall, the harvested area, however, saw a perceptible setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the harvested area increased by 38% against the previous year. The oat harvested area peaked at X ha in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.

Oat Exports

Exports from Bulgaria

In 2022, shipments abroad of oats decreased by -35.8% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. In general, exports, however, posted temperate growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 487% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, oat exports fell to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, showed moderate growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 498% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Greece (X tons) was the main destination for oat exports from Bulgaria, with a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Greece stood at +6.8%.

In value terms, Greece ($X) also remains the key foreign market for oats exports from Bulgaria.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Greece amounted to +6.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The average oat export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 42% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Serbia amounted to +7.3% per year.

Oat Imports

Imports into Bulgaria

After two years of growth, supplies from abroad of oats decreased by -29.9% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 579%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then fell dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, oat imports fell dramatically to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, posted a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 670%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then declined sharply in the following year.

Imports by Country

Austria (X tons), Ukraine (X tons) and France (X tons) were the main suppliers of oat imports to Bulgaria, together comprising 83% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by France (with a CAGR of +41.6%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Austria ($X), Ukraine ($X) and France ($X) constituted the largest oat suppliers to Bulgaria, together comprising 75% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, France, with a CAGR of +18.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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 oat import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 16% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average import price increased by 39%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hungary (+17.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for oats in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of oat consumption in 2021 were Russia, Canada and the United States, together comprising 37% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of oats in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of oat production in 2021 were Canada, Russia and Poland, together accounting for 42% of global production. Finland, Australia, Spain, the UK, Brazil, the United States, Sweden, Germany, Argentina and China lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 36%.

What are the leading suppliers of oats to Bulgaria?

In value terms, Ukraine constituted the largest supplier of oat to Bulgaria, comprising 63% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Austria, with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by Greece, with a 7.8% share.

What are the leading importers of oats from Bulgaria?

In value terms, Greece emerged as the key foreign market for oat exports from Bulgaria, comprising 88% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Serbia, with a 10% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for oats in Bulgaria?

In 2021, the average oat export price amounted to $265 per ton, surging by 23% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for oats in Bulgaria?

In 2021, the average oat import price amounted to $503 per ton, which is down by -5.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the oat 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 75 - Oats

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

Reasons to buy this report:

Take advantage of the latest data
Find deeper insights into current market developments
Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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