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GCC: Paddy Rice Market 2025

Paddy Rice Market Size in GCC

In 2021, the GCC paddy rice market decreased by -36.5% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, consumption recorded a abrupt decline. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Paddy Rice Production in GCC

In value terms, paddy rice production soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, enjoyed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 54%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Oman (X tons) remains the largest paddy rice producing country in GCC, accounting for 100% of total volume.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume in Oman amounted to +4.3%.

Paddy Rice Exports

Exports in GCC

In 2021, paddy rice exports in GCC surged to X tons, growing by 204% on the year before. In general, exports, however, recorded a drastic downturn. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, paddy rice exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates represented the main exporting country with an export of about X tons, which amounted to 56% of total exports. Saudi Arabia (X tons) held the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by Oman (X tons). All these countries together held near 43% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Saudi Arabia (with a CAGR of +2.6%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline in the exports figures.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) remains the largest paddy rice supplier in GCC, comprising 71% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Saudi Arabia ($X), with a 15% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in the United Arab Emirates amounted to +5.3%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Saudi Arabia (-7.2% per year) and Oman (-3.6% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in GCC amounted to $X per ton, waning by -2.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, posted a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 66%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Oman ($X per ton), while Saudi Arabia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Oman (+19.1%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Paddy Rice Imports

Imports in GCC

In 2021, supplies from abroad of paddy rice decreased by -26.6% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, imports recorded a noticeable decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 59% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, paddy rice imports declined significantly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports showed a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 84% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates represented the major importer of paddy rice in GCC, with the volume of imports finishing at X tons, which was approx. 73% of total imports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Saudi Arabia (X tons), committing a 24% share of total imports. Oman (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

The United Arab Emirates was also the fastest-growing in terms of the paddy rice imports, with a CAGR of +24.3% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Oman (+4.4%) displayed positive paces of growth. By contrast, Saudi Arabia (-15.7%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of the United Arab Emirates (+65 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2021, the share of Saudi Arabia (-54.7 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the largest paddy rice importing markets in GCC were Saudi Arabia ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Oman ($X), with a combined 96% share of total imports.

Among the main importing countries, the United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of +6.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the imports figures.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in GCC amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -32% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the import price increased by 32% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Oman ($X per ton), while the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia (+0.3%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the paddy rice market in GCC. 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 27 - Rice, paddy

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in GCC, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in GCC
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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 VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
3. HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Bahrain
- Kuwait
- Oman
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
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, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
13. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Yield And Growth
12. Exports And Growth
13. Export Prices And Growth
14. Market Size And Growth
15. Per Capita Consumption
16. Imports And Growth
17. Import Prices
18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
20. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
21. Yield, 2012–2024
22. Production, By Country, 2024
23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
24. Harvested Area, By Country, 2024
25. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
38. Export Prices, 2012–2024