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Egypt: Buckwheat Market 2025

Buckwheat Market Size in Egypt

The Egyptian buckwheat market soared to $X in 2022, surging by 16% against the previous year. In general, consumption enjoyed significant growth. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Buckwheat Production in Egypt

In value terms, buckwheat production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production showed a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 115%. Buckwheat production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

The average yield of buckwheat in Egypt was estimated at less than X kg per ha in 2022, leveling off at the year before. 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 harvested area of buckwheat in Egypt stood at less than X ha, therefore, remained relatively stable against the year before. Over the period under review, the harvested area saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

Buckwheat Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2022, approx. X tons of buckwheat were exported from Egypt; with a decrease of -28% on the year before. In general, exports saw a deep slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 66%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, buckwheat exports reduced modestly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw a dramatic curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 157% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons) was the main destination for buckwheat exports from Egypt, accounting for a 60% share of total exports. Moreover, buckwheat exports to Germany exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United States (X tons), with a 15% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Germany amounted to -12.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United Arab Emirates (-24.0% per year) and the United States (-13.8% per year).

In value terms, Germany ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for buckwheat exports from Egypt, comprising 60% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a 28% share of total exports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates, with a 9.7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Germany stood at -15.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United States (-16.9% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (-23.7% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average buckwheat export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 38% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a mild curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 55%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Canada ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Morocco (+171.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Buckwheat Imports

Imports into Egypt

Buckwheat imports into Egypt declined remarkably to X kg in 2022, which is down by -52.4% on the year before. Overall, imports showed a precipitous shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 5,537%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, buckwheat imports reduced notably to $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a dramatic curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 4,129% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Kazakhstan (X kg) was the main supplier of buckwheat to Egypt, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Kazakhstan was relatively modest.

In value terms, Kazakhstan ($X) constituted the largest supplier of buckwheat to Egypt.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Kazakhstan was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average buckwheat import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by -30.7% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded notable growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 224%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Kazakhstan.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to +5.9% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for buckwheat in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of buckwheat consumption in 2021 were Russia, China and France, with a combined 67% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Poland, Ukraine, Lithuania, the United States, Japan, Brazil and Kazakhstan, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of buckwheat in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of buckwheat production in 2021 were Russia, China and France, together accounting for 71% of global production. Poland, Ukraine, the United States, Lithuania, Brazil, Japan and Kazakhstan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 24%.

What are the leading suppliers of buckwheat to Egypt?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of buckwheat to Egypt, comprising 79% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India $752), with a 17% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of buckwheat from Egypt?

It was followed by the United Arab Emirates, with a 7% share.

What is the average export price for buckwheat in Egypt?

The average buckwheat export price stood at $988 per ton in 2021, jumping by 37% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for buckwheat in Egypt?

The average buckwheat import price stood at $727 per ton in 2021, declining by -10.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the buckwheat market in Egypt. 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 89 - Buckwheat

Country coverage:

Egypt

Data coverage:

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