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France: Fonio Market 2025

Fonio Market Size in France

The French fonio market reduced remarkably to $X in 2022, falling by -56.4% 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 a significant increase. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then plummeted in the following year.

Fonio Exports

Exports from France

In 2022, shipments abroad of fonio decreased by -92.2% to X kg, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, exports faced a significant decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 141%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fonio exports contracted remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a precipitous contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 134% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Belgium (X kg) was the main destination for fonio exports from France, with a 79% share of total exports. Moreover, fonio exports to Belgium exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Switzerland (X kg), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Belgium amounted to -26.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Switzerland (+5.8% per year) and Luxembourg (+11.8% per year).

In value terms, Belgium ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for fonio exports from France, comprising 61% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Switzerland ($X), with a 27% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Belgium totaled -29.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Switzerland (+6.9% per year) and Luxembourg (+30.5% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average fonio export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 16% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a slight setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 72% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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 Switzerland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Belgium ($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 Luxembourg (+16.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Fonio Imports

Imports into France

In 2022, approx. X tons of fonio were imported into France; with a decrease of -66.3% compared with the previous year. In general, imports, however, enjoyed resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 222%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then plummeted in the following year.

In value terms, fonio imports shrank notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, posted buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 349%. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then shrank rapidly in the following year.

Imports by Country

Guinea (X tons), Mali (X tons) and Senegal (X tons) were the main suppliers of fonio imports to France, with a combined 94% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Guinea (with a CAGR of +149.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Guinea ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fonio to France, comprising 59% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Senegal ($X), with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by Mali, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Guinea amounted to +157.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Senegal (+31.8% per year) and Mali (-4.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average fonio import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 50% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated notable growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, fonio import price increased by +56.3% against 2020 indices. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Guinea (+3.2%), 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 fonio in the world?

The country with the largest volume of fonio consumption was Guinea, comprising approx. 76% of total volume. Moreover, fonio consumption in Guinea exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Nigeria, sevenfold. Mali ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.9% share.

What are the largest producers of fonio in the world?

The country with the largest volume of fonio production was Guinea, comprising approx. 76% of total volume. Moreover, fonio production in Guinea exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Nigeria, sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Mali, with a 5.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of fonio to France?

In value terms, Mali constituted the largest supplier of fonio to France, comprising 49% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Senegal, with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by Guinea, with a 14% share.

What are the leading importers of fonio from France?

In value terms, Spain emerged as the key foreign market for fonio exports from France, comprising 84% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Belgium, with a 10% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for fonio in France?

In 2020, the average fonio export price amounted to $1,706 per ton, dropping by -6.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fonio in France?

The average fonio import price stood at $682 per ton in 2020, which is down by -20.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fonio market in France. 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 94 - Fonio

Country coverage:

France

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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 France
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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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