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Cameroon: Market for Seeds, Fruit and Spores Used for Sowing 2025

Market Size for Seeds, Fruit and Spores Used for Sowing in Cameroon

The Cameroonian market for seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing stood at $X in 2022, picking up by 7.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.7% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by -6.6% against 2020 indices. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Production of Seeds, Fruit and Spores Used for Sowing in Cameroon

In value terms, production of seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing rose markedly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.4% 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 -7.3% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 42% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, production of growth remained at a lower figure.

In 2022, the average yield of seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing in Cameroon totaled less than X kg per ha, remaining relatively unchanged against 2021 figures. In general, the yield saw 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.

In 2022, approx. less than X ha of seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing were harvested in Cameroon; remaining stable against 2021 figures. Overall, the harvested area saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

Exports of Seeds, Fruit and Spores Used for Sowing

Exports from Cameroon

In 2022, approx. X kg of seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing were exported from Cameroon; declining by -7.6% against the year before. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 84% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports of reached the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, exports of seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing plummeted to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 167% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

India (X kg), Italy (X kg) and Thailand (X kg) were the main destinations of exports of seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing from Cameroon, together accounting for 66% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Thailand (with a CAGR of +55.7%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Italy ($X) remains the key foreign market for seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing exports from Cameroon, comprising 30% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by India ($X), with an 8.9% share of total exports. It was followed by France, with a 7.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Italy totaled +25.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: India (+0.6% per year) and France (+37.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average export price for seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -25.6% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 273% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Cote d'Ivoire ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to India ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Sierra Leone (+146.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Seeds, Fruit and Spores Used for Sowing

Imports into Cameroon

Imports of seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing into Cameroon declined notably to X tons in 2022, dropping by -21.6% against 2021 figures. In general, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 971% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports of remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, imports of seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing shrank rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a mild shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 342% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted dramatically in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest seed, fruit and spore used for sowing supplier to Cameroon, accounting for a 58% share of total imports. Moreover, imports of seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Italy (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by France (X tons), with a 13% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States amounted to +37.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-8.0% per year) and France (-1.6% per year).

In value terms, the largest seed, fruit and spore used for sowing suppliers to Cameroon were the United States ($X), France ($X) and India ($X), with a combined 76% share of total imports.

The United States, with a CAGR of +40.2%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers 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 import price for seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing amounted to $X per ton, waning by -17.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 173% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+17.1%), 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 seed, fruit and spore used for sowing in Cameroon. 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 256 - Palm kernels

Country coverage:

  • Cameroon

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Cameroon
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

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