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Mexico: Sorghum Market 2025

Sorghum Market Size in Mexico

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the Mexican sorghum market, when its value increased by 9.3% to $X. In general, consumption, however, showed a abrupt decline. Sorghum consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Sorghum Production in Mexico

In value terms, sorghum production shrank to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 40% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

The average yield of sorghum in Mexico declined to X tons per ha in 2022, reducing by -2.1% compared with 2021. Overall, the yield recorded a slight curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the yield increased by 12% against the previous year. As a result, the yield attained the peak level of X tons per ha. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the average sorghum yield failed to regain momentum. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, the total area harvested in terms of sorghum production in Mexico stood at X ha, growing by 6% compared with 2021 figures. Overall, the harvested area, however, saw a noticeable curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 19% against the previous year. As a result, the harvested area attained the peak level of X ha. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the sorghum harvested area remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Sorghum Exports

Exports from Mexico

In 2019, shipments abroad of sorghum decreased by -89.5% to X tons for the first time since 2016, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 33,820%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sorghum exports contracted notably to $X in 2019. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 19,477% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Belize (X tons) was the main destination for sorghum exports from Mexico, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Belize was relatively modest.

In value terms, Belize ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for sorghum exports from Mexico.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value to Belize was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the average sorghum export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 127% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a noticeable shrinkage. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to -16.6% per year.

Sorghum Imports

Imports into Mexico

Sorghum imports into Mexico soared to X tons in 2022, increasing by 506% on the previous year. Overall, imports, however, recorded a abrupt contraction. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sorghum imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, faced a drastic downturn. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) was the main supplier of sorghum to Mexico, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States totaled -10.1%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sorghum to Mexico.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States stood at -12.2%.

Import Prices by Country

The average sorghum import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -25.7% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a pronounced decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 99%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Argentina amounted to -0.4% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sorghum in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of sorghum consumption in 2021 were China, Nigeria and Ethiopia, with a combined 35% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of sorghum in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of sorghum production in 2021 were the United States, Nigeria and Ethiopia, together comprising 36% of global production. Mexico, India, China, Sudan, Brazil, Niger, Burkina Faso, Argentina, Mali and Cameroon lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 46%.

What are the leading suppliers of sorghum to Mexico?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of sorghum to Mexico.

What are the leading importers of sorghum from Mexico?

In value terms, Japan remains the key foreign market for sorghum exports from Mexico.

What is the average export price for sorghum in Mexico?

The average sorghum export price stood at $1,631 per ton in 2021, picking up by 6.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sorghum in Mexico?

The average sorghum import price stood at $304 per ton in 2021, rising by 3.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sorghum market in Mexico. 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 83 - Sorghum

Country coverage:

Mexico

Data coverage:

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