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Germany: Safflower Seed Market 2025

Safflower Seed Market Size in Germany

In 2022, the German safflower seed market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption showed a slight expansion. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Safflower Seed Exports

Exports from Germany

In 2022, overseas shipments of safflower seed decreased by -72.1% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, exports, however, showed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 773%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, safflower seed exports reduced notably to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 890%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Belgium (X tons) was the main destination for safflower seed exports from Germany, accounting for a 88% share of total exports. Moreover, safflower seed exports to Belgium exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the Netherlands (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Belgium amounted to -15.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Netherlands (-34.5% per year) and Portugal (-32.0% per year).

In value terms, Belgium ($X) remains the key foreign market for safflower seed exports from Germany, comprising 84% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the Netherlands ($X), with a 6.2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Belgium stood at -11.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Netherlands (-29.4% per year) and Portugal (-21.7% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average safflower seed export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 1.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by 119%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Portugal ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Belgium ($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 Portugal (+15.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Safflower Seed Imports

Imports into Germany

In 2022, overseas purchases of safflower seed decreased by -42.1% to X tons, falling for the fourth consecutive year after five years of growth. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a prominent expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 44% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, safflower seed imports declined sharply to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, enjoyed a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 57%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2021, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Russia (X tons) was the main safflower seed supplier to Germany, accounting for a 94% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands (X tons), with a 1.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Russia amounted to +11.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Netherlands (+6.4% per year) and Kazakhstan (-28.1% per year).

In value terms, Russia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of safflower seed to Germany, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with a 7.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Russia amounted to +9.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Netherlands (+18.0% per year) and Kazakhstan (-32.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average safflower seed import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, leveling off at the previous year. In general, the import price showed a mild slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 24%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 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 the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for Kazakhstan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+10.9%), 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 safflower seed in the world?

The country with the largest volume of safflower seed consumption was Kazakhstan, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, safflower seed consumption in Kazakhstan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Mexico, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by China, with a 13% share.

What are the largest producers of safflower seed in the world?

Kazakhstan constituted the country with the largest volume of safflower seed production, comprising approx. 34% of total volume. Moreover, safflower seed production in Kazakhstan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, twofold. Mexico ranked third in terms of total production with a 13% share.

What are the leading suppliers of safflower seed to Germany?

In value terms, Russia constituted the largest supplier of safflower seed to Germany, comprising 82% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with a 7.8% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of safflower seed from Germany?

In value terms, Belgium remains the key foreign market for safflower seed exports from Germany, comprising 63% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Poland, with a 16% share of total exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 11% share.

What is the average export price for safflower seed in Germany?

The average safflower seed export price stood at $607 per ton in 2020, rising by 8.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for safflower seed in Germany?

In 2020, the average safflower seed import price amounted to $439 per ton, growing by 47% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the safflower seed 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.

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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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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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Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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
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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