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Malaysia: Barley Market 2025

Barley Market Size in Malaysia

The Malaysian barley market surged to $X in 2022, growing by 22% 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). Overall, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Barley consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Barley Exports

Exports from Malaysia

In 2022, the amount of barley exported from Malaysia contracted markedly to X tons, declining by -17.3% on the year before. Overall, exports recorded a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 116% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, barley exports declined to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a pronounced setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 133% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Thailand (X tons) was the main destination for barley exports from Malaysia, accounting for a 72% share of total exports. Moreover, barley exports to Thailand exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Indonesia (X tons), sixfold. Australia (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 4.1% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Thailand totaled -4.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Indonesia (-10.0% per year) and Australia (+15.5% per year).

In value terms, Thailand ($X), Indonesia ($X) and Australia ($X) constituted the largest markets for barley exported from Malaysia worldwide, with a combined 81% share of total exports. Maldives, Singapore, Germany and France lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 19%.

Maldives, with a CAGR of +77.6%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average barley export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 2.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded buoyant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 118% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Maldives ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to France ($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 France (+15.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Barley Imports

Imports into Malaysia

After two years of decline, supplies from abroad of barley increased by 26% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports posted a mild expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 199%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, barley imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 332% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Ukraine (X tons) and Australia (X tons) were the main suppliers of barley imports to Malaysia, with a combined 85% share of total imports. India, China and the United States lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 13%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for India (with a CAGR of +78.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest barley suppliers to Malaysia were the Netherlands ($X), China ($X) and Ukraine ($X), with a combined 65% share of total imports. Australia, India and the United States lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.

India, with a CAGR of +83.3%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average barley import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -5.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 44%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices stood 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 China ($X per ton), while the price for Australia ($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 (+11.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for barley in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of barley consumption in 2021 were Russia, China and Spain, with a combined 26% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of barley in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of barley production in 2021 were Russia, France and Germany, together accounting for 28% of global production. These countries were followed by Canada, Spain, Australia, Ukraine, the UK, Turkey, Argentina, Denmark, Kazakhstan and the United States, which together accounted for a further 45%.

What are the leading suppliers of barley to Malaysia?

In value terms, the largest barley suppliers to Malaysia were Australia, China and the Netherlands, together comprising 73% of total imports.

What is the average export price for barley in Malaysia?

In 2021, the average barley export price amounted to $947 per ton, surging by 47% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for barley in Malaysia?

In 2021, the average barley import price amounted to $582 per ton, growing by 9.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the barley market in Malaysia. 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 44 - Barley

Country coverage:

Malaysia

Data coverage:

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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