Ireland: Market for Rape Or Colza Seed 2025

Market Size for Rape Or Colza Seed in Ireland

After two years of growth, the Irish rape and colza seed market decreased by -89.3% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption saw a abrupt decline. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Production of Rape Or Colza Seed in Ireland

In value terms, rape and colza seed production expanded remarkably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 40% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

The average yield of rape or colza seed in Ireland fell slightly to X tons per ha in 2022, with a decrease of -2.9% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, the yield saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the yield increased by 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average rape and colza seed yield reached the maximum level at X tons per ha in 2021, and then dropped in the following year. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The rape and colza seed harvested area in Ireland declined modestly to X ha in 2022, with a decrease of -4% against the previous year's figure. In general, the harvested area showed a mild reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the harvested area increased by 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to rape and colza seed production reached the peak figure at X ha in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the harvested area stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Rape Or Colza Seed

Exports from Ireland

For the third year in a row, Ireland recorded decline in overseas shipments of rape or colza seed, which decreased by 0% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded noticeable growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 166%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, rape and colza seed exports totaled $X in 2022. Overall, exports posted a noticeable expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 155% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) was the main destination for rape and colza seed exports from Ireland, accounting for a 99% share of total exports. It was followed by Germany (X tons), with a 1.3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the UK stood at +80.1%.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the UK totaled +90.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The average rape and colza seed export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, leveling off at the previous year. In general, the export price showed modest growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the UK (+6.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Imports of Rape Or Colza Seed

Imports into Ireland

Rape and colza seed imports into Ireland totaled X tons in 2022, approximately mirroring 2021 figures. Over the period under review, imports faced a dramatic decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 467%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, rape and colza seed imports totaled $X in 2022. Overall, imports faced a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 223% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the UK (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of rape and colza seed to Ireland, with a 46% share of total imports. Moreover, rape and colza seed imports from the UK exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, France (X tons), twofold. The Netherlands (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 16% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the UK totaled -18.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (-23.5% per year) and the Netherlands (+9.8% per year).

In value terms, France ($X), Germany ($X) and the UK ($X) were the largest rape and colza seed suppliers to Ireland, together comprising 87% of total imports. The Netherlands and Poland lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 12%.

The Netherlands, with a CAGR of +15.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average rape and colza seed import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, flattening at the previous year. In general, the import price saw a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average import price increased by 351%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for the UK ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+25.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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