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Democratic Republic of the Congo: Dry Onion Market 2020

Dry Onion Market Size in Democratic Republic of the Congo

The revenue of the dry onion market in Democratic Republic of the Congo amounted to $X in 2018, flattening at the previous year. In general, dry onion consumption continues to indicate a temperate slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2012 when the market value increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the dry onion market reached its maximum level at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2018, consumption failed to regain its momentum.

Dry Onion Production in Democratic Republic of the Congo

In value terms, dry onion production totaled $X in 2018 estimated in export prices. In general, dry onion production continues to indicate a deep decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2011 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Democratic Republic of the Congo dry onion production peaked at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2018, production remained at a lower figure.

In 2018, the average yield of dry onions in Democratic Republic of the Congo totaled X ton per ha, leveling off at the previous year. Overall, the dry onion yield continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 with a decrease of -X% against the previous year. The global dry onion yield peaked at X ton per ha in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2018, 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 2018, the harvested area of dry onions in Democratic Republic of the Congo stood at X ha, approximately reflecting the previous year. Overall, the dry onion harvested area continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2009 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to dry onion production reached its maximum in 2018 and is likely to continue its growth in the near future.

Dry Onion Exports

Exports from Democratic Republic of the Congo

In 2018, the amount of dry onions exported from Democratic Republic of the Congo stood at X tons, going up by X% against the previous year. In general, dry onion exports continue to indicate prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2008 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, dry onion exports reached their maximum in 2018 and are expected to retain its growth in the near future.

In value terms, dry onion exports amounted to $X in 2018. Over the period under review, the total exports indicated modest growth from 2007 to 2018: its value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2018 figures, dry onion exports increased by +X% against 2010 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 when exports increased by X% y-o-y. Democratic Republic of the Congo exports peaked in 2018 and are expected to retain its growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

India (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) represented roughly X% of total exports of dry onions in 2018. China (X tons) ranks next in terms of the total exports with a X% share, followed by Spain (X%), Mexico (X%) and Egypt (X%). The following exporters - the U.S. (X tons), Turkey (X tons), New Zealand (X tons), Peru (X tons) and Poland (X tons) - together made up X% of total exports.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of exports, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Peru, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest dry onion markets from Democratic Republic of the Congo were the Netherlands ($X), China ($X) and Mexico ($X), with a combined X% share of total exports.

In terms of the main exporting countries, China recorded the highest growth rate of exports, over the last eleven-year period, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2018, the dry onion export price in Democratic Republic of the Congo amounted to $X per ton, lowering by -X% against the previous year. In general, the dry onion export price continues to indicate a drastic slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2011 an increase of X% against the previous year. Democratic Republic of the Congo export price peaked at $X per ton in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2018, export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per ton), while Turkey ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Dry Onion Imports

Imports into Democratic Republic of the Congo

In 2018, the amount of dry onions imported into Democratic Republic of the Congo totaled X tons, rising by X% against the previous year. In general, dry onion imports continue to indicate prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2009 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. Democratic Republic of the Congo imports peaked in 2018 and are likely to continue its growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, dry onion imports stood at $X in 2018. Overall, dry onion imports continue to indicate a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2009 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Democratic Republic of the Congo imports peaked at $X in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2018, imports failed to regain their momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2018, the U.S. (X tons), Malaysia (X tons), the UK (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons), Russia (X tons), Japan (X tons), Sri Lanka (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Bangladesh (X tons), Germany (X tons) and South Korea (X tons) were the largest importers of dry onions in the world, constituting X% of total import.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of imports, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by South Korea, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the U.S. ($X), the UK ($X) and Malaysia ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2018, together accounting for X% of total imports. These countries were followed by Germany, Russia, Japan, the Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, South Korea and Democratic Republic of the Congo, which together accounted for a further X Korea recorded the highest growth rate of imports, among the main importing countries over the last eleven years, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The dry onion import price in Democratic Republic of the Congo stood at $X per ton in 2018, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the dry onion import price, however, continues to indicate a drastic decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the import prices for dry onions reached their maximum at $X per ton in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2018, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while Bangladesh ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the dry onion market in Democratic Republic of the Congo. 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 402 - Onions, shallots (green)
  • FCL 403 - Onions, dry

Country coverage:

  • Democratic Republic of the Congo

Data coverage:

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

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

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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