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Libya: Groundnuts Market 2025

Groundnuts Market Size in Libya

The Libyan groundnuts market reduced slightly to $X in 2022, leveling off at the previous year. In general, consumption saw a noticeable descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 1.7%. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Groundnuts Production in Libya

In value terms, groundnuts production declined modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production showed a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 1.7%. Groundnuts production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

The average yield of ground-nut (in-shell) in Libya was estimated at X tons per ha in 2022, approximately reflecting 2021 figures. In general, the yield, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the yield increased by 3.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average groundnuts yield hit record highs at X tons per ha in 2016; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, the harvested area of ground-nut (in-shell) in Libya dropped slightly to X ha, remaining constant against 2021. Overall, the harvested area recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the harvested area increased by 5.8% against the previous year. As a result, the harvested area reached the peak level of X ha. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the groundnuts harvested area remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Groundnuts Exports

Exports from Libya

Groundnuts exports from Libya soared to X tons in 2013, growing by 171% on the previous year's figure. Overall, exports continue to indicate significant growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, groundnuts exports skyrocketed to $X in 2013. Over the period under review, total exports indicated significant growth from 2012 to 2013: its value increased at an average annual rate of +59.1% over the last one-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Egypt (X tons) was the main destination for groundnuts exports from Libya, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2013, the average annual growth rate of volume to Egypt stood at +170.7%.

In value terms, Egypt ($X) also remains the key foreign market for ground-nut (in-shell) exports from Libya.

From 2012 to 2013, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Egypt stood at +59.1%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2013, the average groundnuts export price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -41.2% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a precipitous decline. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012, and then contracted remarkably in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2013, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Egypt amounted to -41.2% per year.

Groundnuts Imports

Imports into Libya

In 2022, supplies from abroad of ground-nut (in-shell) decreased by -4.3% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, imports continue to indicate a precipitous shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 26%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, groundnuts imports totaled $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a dramatic shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 2.5%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Egypt (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of groundnuts to Libya, with a 88% share of total imports. Moreover, groundnuts imports from Egypt exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Turkey (X kg), sevenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Egypt stood at -35.5%.

In value terms, Egypt ($X) constituted the largest supplier of ground-nut (in-shell) to Libya, comprising 91% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Turkey ($X), with an 8.7% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Egypt totaled -35.1%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average groundnuts import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 6.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average import price increased by 21% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (+0.6%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for ground-nut (in-shell) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of groundnuts consumption in 2020 were China, India and Nigeria, together comprising 61% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Sudan, the United States, Senegal, Myanmar, Argentina, Guinea, Indonesia and Chad, which together accounted for a further 24%.

What are the largest producers of ground-nut (in-shell) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of groundnuts production in 2020 were China, India and Nigeria, together comprising 60% of global production. The United States, Sudan, Senegal, Myanmar, Argentina, Guinea, Indonesia and Chad lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.

What are the leading suppliers of ground-nut (in-shell) to Libya?

In value terms, Egypt constituted the largest supplier of groundnuts to Libya, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 22% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of ground-nut (in-shell) from Libya?

In value terms, Pakistan remains the key foreign market for groundnuts exports from Libya, comprising 70% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Iran, with a 28% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for ground-nut (in-shell) in Libya?

In 2019, the average groundnuts export price amounted to $952 per ton, flattening at the previous year.

What is the average import price for ground-nut (in-shell) in Libya?

The average groundnuts import price stood at $1,456 per ton in 2020, increasing by 6.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the groundnuts market in Libya. 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 242 - Groundnuts, in shell

Country coverage:

Libya

Data coverage:

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