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Ghana: Fish Parts Market 2025

Fish Parts Market Size in Ghana

In 2022, the Ghanian fish parts market decreased by -0.5% to $X, falling for the fourth consecutive year after four years of growth. Overall, consumption saw a resilient increase. Fish parts consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Fish Parts Production in Ghana

In value terms, fish parts production contracted slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production posted a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the production volume increased by 122% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Fish Parts Exports

Exports from Ghana

Fish parts exports from Ghana fell to X tons in 2022, shrinking by -8.5% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 649%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fish parts exports declined rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 643%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Hong Kong SAR (X tons) and Singapore (X tons) were the main destinations of fish parts exports from Ghana.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Hong Kong SAR (with a CAGR of +9.0%).

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR ($X) and Singapore ($X) were the largest markets for fish parts exported from Ghana worldwide.

Singapore, with a CAGR of +11.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average fish parts export price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -33.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 133%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Singapore ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Hong Kong SAR totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Singapore (+16.2%).

Fish Parts Imports

Imports into Ghana

In 2020, purchases abroad of fish heads, tails and maws decreased by -94.7% to X kg, falling for the fifth year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, imports showed a sharp decrease. The smallest decline of -33% was in 2016. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2020, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fish parts imports reduced rapidly to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a dramatic setback. The smallest decline of -30.1% was in 2016. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2020, the UK (X kg) was the main fish parts supplier to Ghana, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2013 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the UK was relatively modest.

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fish heads, tails and maws to Ghana.

From 2013 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the UK was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the average fish parts import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -53.1% against the previous year. In general, the import price faced a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 6.5% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, 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 UK.

From 2013 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Mauritania amounted to -67.9% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Uganda remains the largest fish parts consuming country worldwide, accounting for 23% of total volume. Moreover, fish parts consumption in Uganda exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 9.4% share.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Iceland, together accounting for 40% of global production. Indonesia, Tanzania, Brazil, Japan, India, Norway, Belarus, the UK, Mexico and Pakistan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 23%.
In value terms, France constituted the largest supplier of fish parts to Ghana.
In value terms, Hong Kong SAR and Singapore appeared to be the largest markets for fish parts exported from Ghana worldwide.
The average fish parts export price stood at $53,427 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 3.4% against the previous year.
The average fish parts import price stood at $7,303 per ton in 2021, reducing by -70.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fish parts market in Ghana. 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:

  • Prodcom 10204250 - Fish heads, tails and maws, other edible fish offal: dried, s alted or in brine, smoked

Country coverage:

  • Ghana

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Ghana
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2024

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
    11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
    12. Exports and Growth, By Product
    13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
    14. Production Volume and Growth
    15. Exports and Growth
    16. Export Prices and Growth
    17. Market Size and Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports and Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    28. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    34. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024

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