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Canada: Quinoa Market 2025

Quinoa Market Size in Canada

In 2021, the Canadian quinoa market decreased by -25.5% to $X, falling for the seventh year in a row after three years of growth. Overall, consumption saw a abrupt decline. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Quinoa Production in Canada

In value terms, quinoa production soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 104%. Quinoa production peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In 2021, the average yield of quinoa in Canada surged to X tons per ha, with an increase of 58% compared with 2020 figures. Over the period under review, the yield recorded a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 64% against the previous year. As a result, the yield reached the peak level of X tons per ha. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the average quinoa yield remained 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 2021, the harvested area of quinoa in Canada reduced markedly to X ha, falling by -28.3% against the year before. Over the period under review, the harvested area, however, saw a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the harvested area increased by 87% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to quinoa production reached the peak figure at X ha in 2020, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

Quinoa Exports

Exports from Canada

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of quinoa, when their volume decreased by -17.6% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 958% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2020, and then reduced notably in the following year.

In value terms, quinoa exports expanded modestly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, recorded a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 799%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for quinoa exports from Canada, accounting for a 61% share of total exports. Moreover, quinoa exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the UK (X tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the Philippines (X tons), with a 7.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States amounted to +73.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the UK (+90.7% per year) and the Philippines (+106.2% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for quinoa exports from Canada, comprising 92% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the UK ($X), with a 2.5% share of total exports. It was followed by the Philippines, with a 1.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States stood at +59.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the UK (+85.5% per year) and the Philippines (+109.6% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average quinoa export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 27% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a deep downturn. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Australia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Philippines (+1.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Quinoa Imports

Imports into Canada

Quinoa imports into Canada contracted markedly to X tons in 2021, with a decrease of -21.8% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 110% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, quinoa imports declined notably to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, enjoyed a mild increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 80% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Peru (X tons), Bolivia (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main suppliers of quinoa imports to Canada, together comprising 94% of total imports. Ecuador lagged somewhat behind, accounting for a further 4.9%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Ecuador (with a CAGR of +47.7%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest quinoa suppliers to Canada were Bolivia ($X), Peru ($X) and the United States ($X), together comprising 94% of total imports. These countries were followed by Ecuador, which accounted for a further 4.4%.

Among the main suppliers, Ecuador, with a CAGR of +44.7%, saw 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 2021, the average quinoa import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -5.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a perceptible slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 14% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Ecuador ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ecuador (-2.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of quinoa consumption in 2020 were Peru, Bolivia and the U.S., together accounting for 68% of global consumption. Canada, Germany, France, the UK and Ecuador lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 14%.
The countries with the highest volumes of quinoa production in 2020 were Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador, together accounting for 97% of global production.
In value terms, Peru, Bolivia and the U.S. were the largest quinoa suppliers to Canada, with a combined 87% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Ecuador, which accounted for a further 4.7%.
In value terms, the U.S. remains the key foreign market for quinoa exports from Canada, comprising 170% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Philippines, with a 8.8% share of total exports. It was followed by Peru, with a 2.5% share.
The average quinoa export price stood at $1,744 per ton in 2020, picking up by 7.7% against the previous year.
The average quinoa import price stood at $2,873 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -5.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the quinoa market in Canada. 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 92 - Quinoa

Country coverage:

  • Canada

Data coverage:

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

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  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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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. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE 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 EditionPRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
    11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
    12. Exports and Growth, by Product
    13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
    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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Harvested Area: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012-2024
    32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012-2024

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