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Greece: Yams Market 2025

Yams Market Size in Greece

The Greek yams market fell notably to $X in 2022, shrinking by -98% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a precipitous decrease. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Yams Production in Greece

In value terms, yams production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded a slight contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 16% against the previous year. Yams production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

The average yield of yams in Greece totaled less than X kg per ha in 2022, remaining stable against 2021. Overall, the yield showed 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.

In 2022, the total area harvested in terms of yams production in Greece was estimated at less than X ha, approximately mirroring 2021 figures. Over the period under review, the harvested area saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

Yams Exports

Exports from Greece

In 2022, approx. X tons of yams were exported from Greece; which is down by -81% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a dramatic downturn. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then reduced notably in the following year.

In value terms, yams exports reduced notably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a sharp decrease. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted rapidly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Cyprus (X tons) was the main destination for yams exports from Greece, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2021 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Cyprus was relatively modest.

In value terms, Cyprus ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for yams exports from Greece.

From 2021 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Cyprus was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average yams export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 112% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a significant expansion. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2021 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to 0.0% per year.

Yams Imports

Imports into Greece

In 2022, yams imports into Greece contracted remarkably to X tons, which is down by -98% compared with 2021 figures. In general, imports, however, recorded a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 12,687%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, yams imports shrank remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 7,932% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the Netherlands (X tons) was the main supplier of yams to Greece, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2016 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the Netherlands stood at +94.8%.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest supplier of yams to Greece.

From 2016 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the Netherlands stood at +66.4%.

Import Prices by Country

The average yams import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -18.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a abrupt setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 64% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, 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 Netherlands.

From 2016 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to -14.6% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for yams in the world?

The country with the largest volume of yams consumption was Nigeria, comprising approx. 67% of total volume. Moreover, yams consumption in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Ghana, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Cote d'Ivoire, with a 10% share.

What are the largest producers of yams in the world?

Nigeria remains the largest yams producing country worldwide, accounting for 67% of total volume. Moreover, yams production in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Ghana, sixfold. Cote d'Ivoire ranked third in terms of total production with a 10% share.

What are the leading suppliers of yams to Greece?

In value terms, the Netherlands constituted the largest supplier of yams to Greece.

What are the leading importers of yams from Greece?

In value terms, Cyprus remains the key foreign market for yams exports from Greece, comprising 99% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands $57), with a 0.7% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for yams in Greece?

The average yams export price stood at $2,073 per ton in 2020, falling by -19.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for yams in Greece?

In 2020, the average yams import price amounted to $1,121 per ton, reducing by -22.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the yams 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 137 - Yams

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 THE 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 EditionPRO
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. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
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. 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. 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: 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. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
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. 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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Harvested Area: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012-2024
32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012-2024