Central Asia: Market for Rape Or Colza Seed 2025

Market Size for Rape Or Colza Seed in Central Asia

After two years of decline, the Central Asian rape and colza seed market increased by 9% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption enjoyed a buoyant expansion. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Production of Rape Or Colza Seed in Central Asia

In value terms, rape and colza seed production fell to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by 93% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Kazakhstan (X tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of rape and colza seed production, comprising approx. 77% of total volume. Moreover, rape and colza seed production in Kazakhstan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Mongolia (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in Kazakhstan totaled +2.5%.

The average rape and colza seed yield rose slightly to X kg per ha in 2022, picking up by 2% on the previous year. The yield indicated a notable increase from 2012 to 2022: its figure increased at an average annual rate of +4.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, rape and colza seed yield decreased by -2.4% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 64%. Over the period under review, the rape and colza seed yield hit record highs at X tons per ha in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the 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 harvested area of rape or colza seed in Central Asia declined to X ha, dropping by -9.8% on 2021 figures. In general, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 53%. The level of harvested area peaked at X ha in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the harvested area stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Rape Or Colza Seed

Exports in Central Asia

In 2022, the amount of rape or colza seed exported in Central Asia shrank to X tons, with a decrease of -3% against the previous year's figure. Overall, exports continue to indicate a noticeable contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 214%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, rape and colza seed exports amounted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a slight curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 219%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2022, Kazakhstan (X tons) represented the largest exporter of rape or colza seed, achieving 78% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Mongolia (X tons), making up a 22% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to rape and colza seed exports from Kazakhstan stood at -4.1%. At the same time, Mongolia (+7.0%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Mongolia emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Central Asia, with a CAGR of +7.0% from 2012-2022. While the share of Mongolia (+14 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2022, the share of Kazakhstan (-13.6 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Kazakhstan ($X) remains the largest rape and colza seed supplier in Central Asia, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Mongolia ($X), with a 13% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Kazakhstan stood at -2.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Central Asia stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 14% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the export price increased by 34%. The level of export peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Kazakhstan ($X per ton), while Mongolia totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kazakhstan (+1.4%).

Imports of Rape Or Colza Seed

Imports in Central Asia

In 2022, purchases abroad of rape or colza seed increased by 85% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports recorded a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 352%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, rape and colza seed imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports showed a significant increase. The level of import peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Kazakhstan prevails in imports structure, amounting to X tons, which was approx. 90% of total imports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Mongolia (X tons), constituting a 7.1% share of total imports. Tajikistan (X tons) took a relatively small share of total imports.

Kazakhstan was also the fastest-growing in terms of the rape or colza seed imports, with a CAGR of +30.7% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Mongolia (+22.2%) and Tajikistan (+8.8%) displayed positive paces of growth. Kazakhstan (+13 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Mongolia and Tajikistan saw its share reduced by -4.9% and -8.8% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, Kazakhstan ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported rape or colza seed in Central Asia, comprising 97% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Mongolia ($X), with a 2.2% share of total imports.

In Kazakhstan, rape and colza seed imports increased at an average annual rate of +31.3% over the period from 2012-2022. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Mongolia (+15.3% per year) and Tajikistan (+9.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Central Asia amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 72% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a slight increase. As a result, import 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 importers, the country with the highest price was Kazakhstan ($X per ton), while Mongolia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kazakhstan (+0.5%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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