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GCC: Pigeon Peas Market 2025

Pigeon Peas Market Size in GCC

In 2021, the GCC pigeon peas market increased by 27% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a significant increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Pigeon Peas Production in GCC

In value terms, pigeon peas production dropped slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total production indicated a temperate expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.8% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production decreased by -10.5% against 2017 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 42% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2021, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Saudi Arabia (X tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of pigeon peas production, comprising approx. 100% of total volume.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in Saudi Arabia totaled +1.9%.

Pigeon Peas Exports

Exports in GCC

For the third year in a row, GCC recorded growth in shipments abroad of pigeon peas, which increased by 4.9% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 355%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, pigeon peas exports expanded modestly to $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 166% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) represented the major exporter of pigeon peas in GCC, achieving 100% of total export.

The United Arab Emirates was also the fastest-growing in terms of the pigeon peas exports, with a CAGR of +30.2% from 2012 to 2021. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) also remains the largest pigeon peas supplier in GCC.

In the United Arab Emirates, pigeon peas exports expanded at an average annual rate of +21.1% over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in GCC stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -2.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a deep downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the export price increased by 44% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to -7.0% per year.

Pigeon Peas Imports

Imports in GCC

Pigeon peas imports rose slightly to X tons in 2021, surging by 4.4% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports saw significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 340%. The volume of import peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, pigeon peas imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 306% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the largest importer of pigeon peas in GCC, generating 99% of total import.

The United Arab Emirates was also the fastest-growing in terms of the pigeon peas imports, with a CAGR of +35.4% from 2012 to 2021. While the share of the United Arab Emirates (+9.2 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported pigeon peas in GCC.

In the United Arab Emirates, pigeon peas imports increased at an average annual rate of +22.4% over the period from 2012-2021.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in GCC amounted to $X per ton, growing by 57% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a deep reduction. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to -9.6% per year.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pigeon peas 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 197 - Pigeon peas

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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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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