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Iran: Sweet Potato Market 2025

Sweet Potato Market Size in Iran

After three years of growth, the Iranian sweet potato market decreased by less than 0.1% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated mild growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.0% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption increased by +140.8% against 2017 indices. Sweet potato consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then reduced in the following year.

Sweet Potato Production in Iran

In value terms, sweet potato production shrank sharply to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a mild descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 27% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then reduced remarkably in the following year.

The average yield of sweet potatoes in Iran amounted to less than X kg per ha in 2021, approximately equating the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, the yield saw 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 2021, approx. less than X ha of sweet potatoes were harvested in Iran; remaining stable against the previous year's figure. In general, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Sweet Potato Exports

Exports from Iran

In 2018, approx. X tons of sweet potatoes were exported from Iran; picking up by 44% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports showed significant growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, sweet potato exports soared to $X in 2018. Over the period under review, exports posted significant growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Iraq (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons) and Kuwait (X kg) were the main destinations of sweet potato exports from Iran. Moreover, sweet potato exports in Iraq exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest exporter, the United Arab Emirates, more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of -14.3%), while the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Iraq ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Kuwait ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for sweet potato exported from Iran worldwide. Moreover, sweet potato exports in Iraq exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest exporter, the United Arab Emirates, more than tenfold.

Among the main countries of destination, Iraq, with a CAGR of -12.3%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sweet potato export price amounted to less than $X per ton, flattening at the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a slight decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 65%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Kuwait ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Kuwait (+25.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sweet Potato Imports

Imports into Iran

In 2021, imports of sweet potatoes into Iran amounted to less than X kg, stabilizing at the year before. Over the period under review, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, sweet potato imports totaled less than $X in 2021. In general, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Oman (X kg) was the main supplier of sweet potato to Iran, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Oman was relatively modest.

In value terms, Oman ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sweet potatoes to Iran.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Oman was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sweet potato import price amounted to less than $X per ton, approximately equating the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Oman.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Oman amounted to 0.0% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sweet potatoes in the world?

China remains the largest sweet potato consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 55% of total volume. Moreover, sweet potato consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Malawi, eightfold. Tanzania ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.6% share.

What are the largest producers of sweet potatoes in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of sweet potato production, comprising approx. 56% of total volume. Moreover, sweet potato production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Malawi, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Tanzania, with a 4.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sweet potatoes to Iran?

In value terms, Brazil $398) constituted the largest supplier of sweet potato to Iran.

What are the leading importers of sweet potatoes from Iran?

In value terms, Afghanistan remains the key foreign market for sweet potato exports from Iran.

What is the average export price for sweet potatoes in Iran?

In 2021, the average sweet potato export price amounted to $364 per ton, declining by -12.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sweet potatoes in Iran?

The average sweet potato import price stood at $623 per ton in 2018, remaining constant against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sweet potato market in Iran. 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 122 - Sweet potatoes

Country coverage:

Iran

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Iran
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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