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Kuwait: Sweet Potato Market 2025

Sweet Potato Market Size in Kuwait

The Kuwaiti sweet potato market shrank sharply to less than $X in 2021, waning by 99.9% 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, showed a slight expansion. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Sweet Potato Exports

Exports from Kuwait

In 2020, exports of sweet potatoes from Kuwait was estimated at X kg, approximately equating the previous year's figure. In general, exports showed a abrupt decline. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2019. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sweet potato exports stood at $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a precipitous contraction. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2019. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Iraq (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X kg) were the main destinations of sweet potato exports from Kuwait.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Iraq (with a CAGR of +27.8%).

In value terms, the largest markets for sweet potato exported from Kuwait were Iraq ($X) and the United Arab Emirates ($X). Moreover, sweet potato exports in Iraq exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest exporter, the United Arab Emirates, sixfold.

Iraq, with a CAGR of +24.6%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average sweet potato export price stood at less than $X per ton in 2021, which is down by 99.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a noticeable decline. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 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 the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Iraq stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Iraq (-2.5%).

Sweet Potato Imports

Imports into Kuwait

In 2020, the amount of sweet potatoes imported into Kuwait rose remarkably to X tons, increasing by 12% on the year before. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.6% over the period from 2013 to 2020; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 39%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2020, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sweet potato imports skyrocketed to $X in 2020. Overall, total imports indicated a strong increase from 2013 to 2020: its value increased at an average annual rate of +10.0% over the last seven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Egypt (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) were the main suppliers of sweet potato imports to Kuwait. Moreover, sweet potato imports in Egypt exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United Arab Emirates, eightfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +2.1%).

In value terms, Egypt ($X) and the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest sweet potato suppliers to Kuwait. Moreover, sweet potato imports in Egypt exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United Arab Emirates, more than tenfold.

Among the main suppliers, Egypt, with a CAGR of +8.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

The average sweet potato import price stood at less than $X per ton in 2021, which is down by 99.9% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 37%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then contracted markedly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($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 Egypt (+7.3%).

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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. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Tanzania, 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. Tanzania ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sweet potatoes to Kuwait?

In value terms, Egypt constituted the largest supplier of sweet potato to Kuwait, comprising 87% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 1.2% share of total imports.

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

In 2021, the average sweet potato export price amounted to $340 per ton, reducing by -5.6% against the previous year.

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

The average sweet potato import price stood at $1,135 per ton in 2021, declining by -7.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sweet potato market in Kuwait. 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:

Kuwait

Data coverage:

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