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Greece: Rye Market 2025

Rye Market Size in Greece

In 2022, the Greek rye market increased by 1.2% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after six years of decline. In general, consumption, however, saw a perceptible slump. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Rye Production in Greece

In value terms, rye production dropped slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a mild contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 100%. Rye production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

The average yield of rye in Greece amounted to X tons per ha in 2022, picking up by 6.6% on the previous year. In general, the yield, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the yield increased by 13% against the previous year. The rye yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the yield failed to regain momentum. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, approx. X ha of rye were harvested in Greece; falling by -5.8% on the previous year's figure. In general, the harvested area saw a perceptible descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the harvested area increased by 13%. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to rye production attained the peak figure at X ha in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.

Rye Exports

Exports from Greece

Rye exports from Greece shrank remarkably to X tons in 2022, with a decrease of -94.7% compared with 2021 figures. In general, exports, however, posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 4,356% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, rye exports reduced rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 3,761% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Albania (X tons) and Cyprus (X tons) were the main destinations of rye exports from Greece.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Cyprus (with a CAGR of +37.7%).

In value terms, Cyprus ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for rye exports from Greece, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Albania ($X), with a 32% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Cyprus stood at +50.0%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average rye export price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 89% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a moderate expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 95%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Cyprus ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Albania totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Bulgaria (+19.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Rye Imports

Imports into Greece

In 2022, overseas purchases of rye increased by 7.5% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. Overall, imports showed resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 561% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, rye imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports posted prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 349%. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Bulgaria (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main suppliers of rye imports to Greece.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Bulgaria (with a CAGR of +36.0%).

In value terms, Bulgaria ($X) and Germany ($X) were the largest rye suppliers to Greece.

Bulgaria, with a CAGR of +38.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

The average rye import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a mild curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 28%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bulgaria (+1.5%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for rye in the world?

Germany constituted the country with the largest volume of rye consumption, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, rye consumption in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, twofold. Poland ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of rye in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of rye production in 2021 were Germany, Poland and Russia, with a combined 58% share of global production. These countries were followed by Belarus, Denmark, China, Canada, Ukraine, Spain, Turkey, the United States and Austria, which together accounted for a further 30%.

What are the leading suppliers of rye to Greece?

In value terms, Bulgaria constituted the largest supplier of rye to Greece, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 6.6% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of rye from Greece?

In value terms, Albania remains the key foreign market for rye exports from Greece.

What is the average export price for rye in Greece?

In 2021, the average rye export price amounted to $234 per ton, reducing by -1.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for rye in Greece?

The average rye import price stood at $266 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -31% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the rye market in Greece. 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 71 - Rye

Country coverage:

Greece

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Greece
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. 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