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Kenya: Milk Market 2024

Milk Market Size in Kenya

After four years of growth, the Kenyan milk market decreased by X% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a mild contraction. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Milk Production in Kenya

In value terms, milk production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a noticeable slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of X%. Milk production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Milk Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2022, overseas shipments of milk increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after six years of decline. In general, exports, however, faced a dramatic curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, milk exports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a sharp decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Tanzania (X tons) was the main destination for milk exports from Kenya, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, milk exports to Tanzania exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, South Sudan (X tons), ninefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Tanzania amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: South Sudan (X% per year) and Uganda (X% per year).

In value terms, Tanzania ($X) remains the key foreign market for milk exports from Kenya, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by South Sudan ($X), with an X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Tanzania amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: South Sudan (X% per year) and Uganda (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average milk export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Sudan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Tanzania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Uganda (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Milk Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2022, overseas purchases of milk were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports posted a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, milk imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Uganda (X tons) was the main milk supplier to Kenya, accounting for a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Rwanda (X tons), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Uganda totaled X%.

In value terms, Uganda ($X) constituted the largest supplier of milk to Kenya, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Rwanda ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Uganda amounted to X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average milk import price amounted to $X per ton, flattening at the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the average import price increased by X% 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 failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Uganda ($X per ton), while the price for Rwanda totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Rwanda (X%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for milk in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, the United States and Pakistan, with a combined 36% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of milk in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, the United States and Pakistan, with a combined 36% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of milk to Kenya?

In value terms, Uganda constituted the largest supplier of milk to Kenya.

What are the leading importers of milk from Kenya?

In value terms, Tanzania, Somalia and Rwanda appeared to be the largest markets for milk exported from Kenya worldwide, together comprising 79% of total exports. Uganda, South Africa, South Sudan and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 16%.

What is the average export price for milk in Kenya?

In 2021, the average milk export price amounted to $1,066 per ton, increasing by 7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for milk in Kenya?

In 2021, the average milk import price amounted to $692 per ton, rising by 11% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the milk 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 1130 - Camel milk
FCL 882 - Cow milk, whole (fresh)
FCL 1020 - Goat milk
FCL 982 - Sheep milk
FCL 951 - Buffalo milk
FCL 888 - Skim Milk of Cows

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
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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, PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Producing Animals Slaughtered, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023