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Niger: Fonio Market 2020

Fonio Market Size in Niger

The revenue of the fonio market in Niger amounted to $X in 2018, picking up by X% against the previous year. Overall, the total market indicated a remarkable expansion from 2007 to 2018: its value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Niger fonio consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2018, consumption failed to regain its momentum.

Fonio Production in Niger

In value terms, fonio production totaled $X in 2018 estimated in export prices. Overall, fonio production continues to indicate prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2008 when production volume increased by X% y-o-y. Niger fonio production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2018, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average yield of fonio in Niger stood at X kg per ha in 2018, increasing by X% against the previous year. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2018; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2012 when yield increased by X% year-to-year. The global fonio yield peaked in 2018 and is expected to retain its growth in the immediate term. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2018, approx. X ha of fonio were harvested in Niger; picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the total harvested area indicated modest growth from 2007 to 2018: its figure increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2018 figures, fonio harvested area increased by +X% against 2015 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when harvested area increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to fonio production reached its maximum in 2018 and is expected to retain its growth in the near future.

Fonio Exports

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) and Mali (X tons) represented roughly X% of total exports of fonio in 2018. Hungary (X tons) ranks next in terms of the total exports with a X% share, followed by Burkina Faso (X%) and Peru (X%). The Netherlands (X tons) and Guinea (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of exports, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Burkina Faso, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the UK ($X) remains the largest fonio supplier from Niger, comprising X% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Hungary ($X), with a X% share of global exports. It was followed by Mali, with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of value in the UK totaled +X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Hungary (-X% per year) and Mali (+X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The fonio export price in Niger stood at $X per ton in 2018, flattening at the previous year. In general, the fonio export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while Mali ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Guinea, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Fonio Imports

Imports by Country

The Netherlands was the main importing country with an import of around X tons, which resulted at X% of total imports. The UK (X tons) held the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by Congo (X tons). All these countries together took near X% share of total imports. The following importers - Malaysia (X tons), Spain (X tons), France (X tons) and Poland (X tons) - together made up X% of total imports.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of imports, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by the UK, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported fonio into Niger, comprising X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK ($X), with a X% share of global imports. It was followed by Spain, with a X% share.

In the Netherlands, fonio imports expanded at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007-2018. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the UK (+X% per year) and Spain (-X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The fonio import price in Niger stood at $X per ton in 2018, standing approx. at the previous year. Overall, the fonio import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Congo ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fonio market in Niger. 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 94 - Fonio

Country coverage:

Niger

Data coverage:

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