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Kazakhstan: Sorghum Market 2025

Sorghum Market Size in Kazakhstan

The Kazakh sorghum market declined to $X in 2022, approximately mirroring the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a significant expansion. Sorghum consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Sorghum Production in Kazakhstan

In value terms, sorghum production fell to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the production volume increased by 436%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

In 2022, the average sorghum yield in Kazakhstan was estimated at X kg per ha, with an increase of 4% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, the yield recorded a measured increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the yield increased by 136% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average sorghum yield hit record highs at X kg per ha in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the yield stood at a somewhat lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The sorghum harvested area in Kazakhstan declined to X ha in 2022, with a decrease of -6.8% against the year before. In general, the harvested area, however, continues to indicate a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the harvested area increased by 181% against the previous year. The sorghum harvested area peaked at X ha in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

Sorghum Exports

Exports from Kazakhstan

In 2022, shipments abroad of sorghum increased by 66% to X tons, rising for the fourth consecutive year after four years of decline. Overall, exports, however, showed a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 759%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sorghum exports dropped rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 387%. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Turkey (X tons) was the main destination for sorghum exports from Kazakhstan, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Turkey stood at +65.9%.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) also remains the key foreign market for sorghum exports from Kazakhstan.

From 2014 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Turkey stood at -60.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The average sorghum export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -76.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by 17% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2014 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Russia amounted to +10.6% per year.

Sorghum Imports

Imports into Kazakhstan

For the fourth year in a row, Kazakhstan recorded growth in purchases abroad of sorghum, which increased by 42% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 1,956%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, sorghum imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 3,172%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Russia (X tons) was the main supplier of sorghum to Kazakhstan, with a 96% share of total imports. It was followed by France (X tons), with a 2.3% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Russia amounted to +40.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (+48.4% per year) and the United States (-32.2% per year).

In value terms, Russia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sorghum to Kazakhstan, comprising 80% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by France ($X), with a 14% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Russia stood at +35.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (+46.8% per year) and the United States (-29.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sorghum import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 16% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a slight setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 74% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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 France ($X per ton), while the price for Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+4.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of sorghum consumption in 2021 were China, Nigeria and Ethiopia, with a combined 35% share of global consumption.
The countries with the highest volumes of sorghum production in 2021 were the United States, Nigeria and Ethiopia, with a combined 36% share of global production. These countries were followed by Mexico, India, China, Sudan, Brazil, Niger, Burkina Faso, Argentina, Mali and Cameroon, which together accounted for a further 46%.
In value terms, Russia constituted the largest supplier of sorghum to Kazakhstan, comprising 74% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 15% share of total imports.
In 2020, the average sorghum export price amounted to $4,543 per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.
In 2021, the average sorghum import price amounted to $784 per ton, which is down by -11.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sorghum market in Kazakhstan. 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 83 - Sorghum

Country coverage:

  • Kazakhstan

Data coverage:

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

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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
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  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 TRENDS This 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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
    4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    5. 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. Exports 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. 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

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