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Morocco: Plantain Market 2025

Plantain Market Size in Morocco

In 2022, the Moroccan plantain market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, consumption faced a deep reduction. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Plantain Production in Morocco

In value terms, plantain production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, production hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

In 2022, the average yield of plantains in Morocco amounted to less than X kg per ha, leveling off at the year before. Overall, the yield saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The plantain harvested area in Morocco was estimated at less than X ha in 2022, approximately equating the previous year's figure. In general, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Plantain Exports

Exports from Morocco

In 2022, overseas shipments of plantains decreased by X% to X kg, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. Overall, exports faced a deep setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, plantain exports declined remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Mauritania (X kg) was the main destination for plantain exports from Morocco, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2015 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Mauritania totaled X%.

In value terms, Mauritania ($X) also remains the key foreign market for plantains exports from Morocco.

From 2015 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Mauritania stood at X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average plantain export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate prominent growth. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2015 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Mauritania amounted to X% per year.

Plantain Imports

Imports into Morocco

In 2022, the amount of plantains imported into Morocco declined remarkably to X tons, with a decrease of X% on 2021. Overall, imports saw a sharp decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, plantain imports dropped notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports faced a dramatic descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Cote d'Ivoire (X tons) was the main supplier of plantain to Morocco, with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Cameroon (X kg), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2015 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Cote d'Ivoire stood at X%.

In value terms, Cote d'Ivoire ($X) constituted the largest supplier of plantains to Morocco, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Cameroon ($X), with an X% share of total imports.

From 2015 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Cote d'Ivoire totaled X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average plantain import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw strong growth. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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 Cameroon ($X per ton), while the price for Cote d'Ivoire amounted to $X per ton.

From 2015 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Cameroon (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for plantains in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of plantain consumption in 2021 were Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Ghana, with a combined 39% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of plantains in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of plantain production in 2021 were Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Ghana, together accounting for 39% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of plantains to Morocco?

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of plantain to Morocco.

What is the average export price for plantains in Morocco?

In 2021, the average plantain export price amounted to $1,209 per ton, growing by 257% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for plantains in Morocco?

The average plantain import price stood at $626 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -6.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the plantain market in Morocco. 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 489 - Plantains

Country coverage:

Morocco

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Morocco
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 THE 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 EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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 VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
12. Exports and Growth, by Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Harvested Area: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012-2024
32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012-2024