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Colombia: Quinoa Market 2025

Quinoa Market Size in Colombia

The Colombian quinoa market dropped to $X in 2021, with a decrease of -11.3% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed mild growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Quinoa Exports

Exports from Colombia

After two years of growth, shipments abroad of quinoa decreased by -60.4% to X tons in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a noticeable shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 211%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, quinoa exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a noticeable setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 354%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Guatemala (X tons) was the main destination for quinoa exports from Colombia, with a 58% share of total exports. Moreover, quinoa exports to Guatemala exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Panama (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Costa Rica (X tons), with a 13% share.

From 2014 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Guatemala totaled +456.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Panama (+436.6% per year) and Costa Rica (+103.1% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for quinoa exported from Colombia were Guatemala ($X), Panama ($X) and Costa Rica ($X), with a combined 90% share of total exports.

Panama, with a CAGR of +437.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average quinoa export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 224% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed 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.

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

From 2014 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to El Salvador (+1,782.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Quinoa Imports

Imports into Colombia

In 2021, the amount of quinoa imported into Colombia shrank remarkably to X tons, waning by -31.7% against 2020 figures. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 167%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, quinoa imports dropped rapidly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, showed a notable expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 118% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Bolivia (X tons) constituted the largest quinoa supplier to Colombia, accounting for a 71% share of total imports. Moreover, quinoa imports from Bolivia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Ecuador (X tons), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Bolivia stood at +2.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Ecuador (-9.4% per year) and Peru (+62.5% per year).

In value terms, Bolivia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of quinoa to Colombia, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Ecuador ($X), with a 15% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Bolivia was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Ecuador (-18.4% per year) and Peru (+32.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average quinoa import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -7.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a noticeable descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by 32%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bolivia (-2.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for quinoa in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of quinoa consumption in 2020 were Peru, Bolivia and the U.S., with a combined 68% share of global consumption. Canada, Germany, France, the UK and Ecuador lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 14%.

What are the largest producers of quinoa in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of quinoa production in 2020 were Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador, with a combined 97% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of quinoa to Colombia?

In value terms, Peru, Bolivia and the U.S. constituted the largest quinoa suppliers to Colombia.

What are the leading importers of quinoa from Colombia?

In value terms, Japan remains the key foreign market for quinoa exports from Colombia, comprising 44% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 20% share of total exports. It was followed by the U.S., with a 19% share.

What is the average export price for quinoa in Colombia?

The average quinoa export price stood at $2,557 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -13% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for quinoa in Colombia?

In 2020, the average quinoa import price amounted to $3,059 per ton, declining by -6.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the quinoa market in Colombia. 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:

Colombia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Colombia
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
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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
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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. 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