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Germany: Fonio Market 2025

Fonio Market Size in Germany

The German fonio market surged to $X in 2022, picking up by 36% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, showed a deep slump. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Fonio Production in Germany

In value terms, fonio production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a deep slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the production volume increased by 27% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

In 2022, the average fonio yield in Germany amounted to less than X kg per ha, approximately equating 2021 figures. Over the period under review, the yield recorded 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.

The fonio harvested area in Germany was estimated at less than X ha in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, the harvested area recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

Fonio Exports

Exports from Germany

After two years of growth, shipments abroad of fonio decreased by -28.9% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 412% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fonio exports fell notably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a perceptible decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 320%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Denmark (X tons) was the main destination for fonio exports from Germany, accounting for a 92% share of total exports. Moreover, fonio exports to Denmark exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Austria (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Denmark totaled +19.5%.

In value terms, Denmark ($X) remains the key foreign market for fonio exports from Germany, comprising 67% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Austria ($X), with an 18% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Denmark stood at +6.3%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average fonio export price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -12.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average export price increased by 68%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum 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 foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Denmark amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Austria (+3.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Fonio Imports

Imports into Germany

In 2022, overseas purchases of fonio decreased by 0% to X kg, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, imports recorded a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 9,700% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X kg in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fonio imports amounted to $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 4,606%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Togo (X kg) was the main supplier of fonio to Germany, accounting for a 100% share of total imports. It was followed by Senegal (X kg), with a 0.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Togo was relatively modest.

In value terms, Togo ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fonio to Germany, comprising 100% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Senegal ($X), with a 0.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Togo was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average fonio import price amounted to $X per ton, approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 39%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Togo ($X per ton), while the price for Senegal amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+160.8%), 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 fonio in the world?

Guinea constituted the country with the largest volume of fonio consumption, 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?

Guinea constituted the country with the largest volume of fonio production, 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 Germany?

In value terms, Senegal constituted the largest supplier of fonio to Germany.

What are the leading importers of fonio from Germany?

In value terms, the largest markets for fonio exported from Germany were Denmark, Austria and Switzerland $652), together accounting for 99% of total exports.

What is the average export price for fonio in Germany?

The average fonio export price stood at $1,247 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -36.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fonio in Germany?

In 2020, the average fonio import price amounted to $3,065 per ton, which is down by -24.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fonio market in Germany. 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:

Germany

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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 Germany
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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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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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