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France: Sweet Potato Market 2024

Sweet Potato Market Size in France

The French sweet potato market rose to $X in 2021, with an increase of 2.6% 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, enjoyed a buoyant expansion. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Sweet Potato Exports

Exports from France

In 2021, the amount of sweet potatoes exported from France skyrocketed to X tons, picking up by 19% compared with 2020 figures. Overall, exports recorded a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 54%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

In value terms, sweet potato exports expanded remarkably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +12.3% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, exports increased by +34.2% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when exports increased by 58%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Switzerland (X tons), Spain (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) were the main destinations of sweet potato exports from France, together comprising 58% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Spain (with a CAGR of +49.2%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Switzerland ($X) remains the key foreign market for sweet potatoes exports from France, comprising 34% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Spain ($X), with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by the UK, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Switzerland stood at +37.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Spain (+41.7% per year) and the UK (+14.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sweet potato export price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -3.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by 37% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Belgium (+3.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Sweet Potato Imports

Imports into France

Sweet potato imports into France dropped modestly to X tons in 2021, waning by -4.3% on 2020. Overall, imports, however, recorded prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 64%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sweet potato imports rose significantly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 37%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Spain (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Portugal (X tons) were the main suppliers of sweet potato imports to France, with a combined 79% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Portugal (with a CAGR of +63.4%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Spain ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Portugal ($X) constituted the largest sweet potato suppliers to France, with a combined 81% share of total imports.

The Netherlands, with a CAGR of +59.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average sweet potato import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 12% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.7%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 36% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for Portugal ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+3.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sweet potatoes in the world?

The country with the largest volume of sweet potato consumption was China, comprising approx. 55% of total volume. Moreover, sweet potato consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Malawi, eightfold. Tanzania ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.6% share.

What are the largest producers of sweet potatoes in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of sweet potato production, accounting for 56% of total volume. Moreover, sweet potato production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Malawi, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Tanzania, with a 4.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sweet potatoes to France?

In value terms, Spain, the Netherlands and the United States were the largest sweet potato suppliers to France, with a combined 67% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sweet potatoes from France?

In value terms, Switzerland remains the key foreign market for sweet potato exports from France, comprising 40% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Belgium, with an 11% share.

What is the average export price for sweet potatoes in France?

In 2021, the average sweet potato export price amounted to $1,482 per ton, waning by -4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sweet potatoes in France?

In 2021, the average sweet potato import price amounted to $1,099 per ton, rising by 3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sweet potato 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 122 - Sweet potatoes

Country coverage:

France

Data coverage:

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

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023