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Kenya: Chestnut Market 2025

Chestnut Market Size in Kenya

The Kenyan chestnut market fell dramatically to $X in 2021, declining by -19% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw strong growth. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2020, and then declined markedly in the following year.

Chestnut Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2021, the amount of chestnuts exported from Kenya stood at X kg, flattening at the year before. Overall, exports showed a sharp downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 1,167% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, chestnut exports totaled $X in 2021. In general, exports faced a precipitous decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 695% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Luxembourg (X kg) was the main destination for chestnut exports from Kenya, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

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

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

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average chestnut export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average export price decreased by -1.3%. The export price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Uganda amounted to -3.2% per year.

Chestnut Imports

Imports into Kenya

After two years of growth, supplies from abroad of chestnuts decreased by -16% to X kg in 2021. In general, imports, however, posted a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 301%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X kg in 2020, and then reduced dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, chestnut imports fell sharply to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, posted a remarkable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 350%. Imports peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X kg) constituted the largest supplier of chestnut to Kenya, accounting for a 75% share of total imports. Moreover, chestnut imports from the United Arab Emirates exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the Netherlands (X kg), threefold.

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

In value terms, the largest chestnut suppliers to Kenya were the United Arab Emirates ($X) and the Netherlands ($X).

In terms of the main suppliers, the United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of 0.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average chestnut import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -6.5% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 64%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (-2.3%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for chestnuts in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of chestnut consumption, accounting for 80% of total volume. Moreover, chestnut consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Bolivia, more than tenfold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.1% share.

What are the largest producers of chestnuts in the world?

The country with the largest volume of chestnut production was China, comprising approx. 81% of total volume. Moreover, chestnut production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Bolivia, more than tenfold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of chestnuts to Kenya?

In value terms, the Netherlands constituted the largest supplier of chestnut to Kenya, comprising 79% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK $279), with a 21% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for chestnuts in Kenya?

In 2021, the average chestnut export price amounted to $4,674 per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

What is the average import price for chestnuts in Kenya?

In 2021, the average chestnut import price amounted to $6,986 per ton, with an increase of 340% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the chestnut market in Kenya. 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 220 - Chestnuts

Country coverage:

Kenya

Data coverage:

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