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Egypt: Safflower Seed Market 2025

Safflower Seed Market Size in Egypt

The Egyptian safflower seed market surged to $X in 2022, with an increase of 25% against the previous year. Overall, consumption showed a buoyant expansion. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Safflower Seed Production in Egypt

In value terms, safflower seed production amounted to less than $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production posted a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with a decrease of 99.9% against the previous year. Safflower seed production peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

The average yield of safflower seed in Egypt was estimated at less than X kg per ha in 2022, approximately mirroring 2021 figures. In general, the yield continues to indicate 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 safflower seed in Egypt stood at less than X ha, stabilizing at 2021 figures. Over the period under review, the harvested area recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

Safflower Seed Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2022, the amount of safflower seed exported from Egypt contracted dramatically to X tons, reducing by -21.1% compared with 2021. In general, exports, however, posted a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 61,139% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then fell significantly in the following year.

In value terms, safflower seed exports fell to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 55,952% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then dropped in the following year.

Exports by Country

Libya (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and Palestine (X tons) were the main destinations of safflower seed exports from Egypt, with a combined 91% share of total exports. The United Arab Emirates lagged somewhat behind, accounting for a further 8%.

From 2014 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +222.8%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Libya ($X), Turkey ($X) and Palestine ($X) were the largest markets for safflower seed exported from Egypt worldwide, with a combined 91% share of total exports. These countries were followed by the United Arab Emirates, which accounted for a further 8%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, the United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of +286.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average safflower seed export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 9.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a mild decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price increased by 15% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to Libya ($X per ton) and the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Turkey ($X per ton) and Palestine ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2014 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (+19.6%).

Safflower Seed Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2022, supplies from abroad of safflower seed decreased by -45.7% to X tons, falling for the fourth consecutive year after three years of growth. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a prominent expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 270% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, safflower seed imports declined dramatically to $X in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 273% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Russia (X tons) was the main safflower seed supplier to Egypt, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Russia amounted to +44.7%.

In value terms, Russia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of safflower seed to Egypt.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Russia amounted to +38.1%.

Import Prices by Country

The average safflower seed import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 15% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, faced a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 26%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 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 Russia.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Russia amounted to -4.6% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for safflower seed in the world?

Kazakhstan constituted the country with the largest volume of safflower seed consumption, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, safflower seed consumption in Kazakhstan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Mexico, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by China, with a 13% share.

What are the largest producers of safflower seed in the world?

Kazakhstan remains the largest safflower seed producing country worldwide, accounting for 34% of total volume. Moreover, safflower seed production in Kazakhstan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Mexico, with a 13% share.

What are the leading suppliers of safflower seed to Egypt?

In value terms, India constituted the largest supplier of safflower seed to Egypt, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 14% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of safflower seed from Egypt?

In value terms, Libya remains the key foreign market for safflower seed exports from Egypt.

What is the average export price for safflower seed in Egypt?

In 2020, the average safflower seed export price amounted to $605 per ton, with a decrease of -18.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for safflower seed in Egypt?

The average safflower seed import price stood at $515 per ton in 2020, standing approx. at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the safflower seed 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.

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Country coverage:

Egypt

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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
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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