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Cameroon: Sunflower Seed Market 2025

Sunflower Seed Market Size in Cameroon

In 2022, the Cameroonian sunflower seed market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a deep slump. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Sunflower Seed Production in Cameroon

In value terms, sunflower seed production reduced modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the production volume increased by 5%. Sunflower seed production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

In 2022, the average sunflower seed yield in Cameroon totaled less than X kg per ha, stabilizing at the previous year. 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, the total area harvested in terms of sunflower seed production in Cameroon totaled less than X ha, almost unchanged from 2021 figures. Overall, the harvested area recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

Sunflower Seed Exports

Exports from Cameroon

In 2022, overseas shipments of sunflower seed decreased by -8.3% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, exports, however, posted a noticeable expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 169% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sunflower seed exports declined to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 105% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

France (X tons) was the main destination for sunflower seed exports from Cameroon, with a approx. 39% share of total exports.

From 2016 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to France stood at -28.6%.

In value terms, France ($X) also remains the key foreign market for sunflower seed exports from Cameroon.

From 2016 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to France amounted to -8.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The average sunflower seed export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, leveling off at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of less than 0.1%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 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 France.

From 2016 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for France amounted to +28.3% per year.

Sunflower Seed Imports

Imports into Cameroon

In 2022, supplies from abroad of sunflower seed was finally on the rise to reach X kg for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a pronounced increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 194%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sunflower seed imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports showed a mild increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 132%. Imports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Italy (X kg), China (X kg) and Turkey (X kg) were the main suppliers of sunflower seed imports to Cameroon, with a combined 68% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Italy (with a CAGR of +91.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Italy ($X), China ($X) and Turkey ($X) constituted the largest sunflower seed suppliers to Cameroon, together comprising 64% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Italy, with a CAGR of +125.6%, 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 sunflower seed import price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -2.4% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a slight decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 56% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Italy ($X per ton) and France ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey ($X per ton) and China ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+19.6%), 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 sunflower seed market 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 267 - Sunflower seed

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. 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
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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