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Nigeria: Fonio Market 2025

Fonio Market Size in Nigeria

The Nigerien fonio market rose remarkably to $X in 2022, growing by 5.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a strong increase. Fonio consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Fonio Production in Nigeria

In value terms, fonio production rose sharply to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 105% against the previous year. Fonio production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

In 2022, the average fonio yield in Nigeria reduced to X kg per ha, stabilizing at 2021. Over the period under review, the yield, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the yield increased by 5%. The fonio yield peaked at X kg per ha in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the yield remained at a lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, approx. X ha of fonio were harvested in Nigeria; remaining constant against 2021 figures. Over the period under review, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 3.2%. As a result, the harvested area reached the peak level of X ha. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the fonio harvested area failed to regain momentum.

Fonio Exports

Exports from Nigeria

In 2022, fonio exports from Nigeria surged to X kg, increasing by 6,425% on the previous year. Overall, exports showed a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 77,700% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fonio exports totaled $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 222,050% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Canada (X kg) was the main destination for fonio exports from Nigeria, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2019 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Canada amounted to +6,425.0%.

In value terms, Canada ($X) also remains the key foreign market for fonio exports from Nigeria.

From 2019 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Canada was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average fonio export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by -98.5% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a significant decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price increased by 186%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2021, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

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

From 2019 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Canada amounted to -98.5% per year.

Fonio Imports

Imports into Nigeria

In 2020, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of fonio, when their volume decreased by -82.8% to X kg. Overall, imports continue to indicate a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 281% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X kg, and then declined sharply in the following year.

In value terms, fonio imports shrank rapidly to $X in 2020. In general, imports recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 319% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then dropped remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Niger (X kg) was the main fonio supplier to Nigeria, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2018 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume from Niger was relatively modest.

In value terms, Niger ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fonio to Nigeria.

From 2018 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value from Niger was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average fonio import price stood at $X per ton in 2020, declining by -2.1% against the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2020, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.7%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 9.9%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then dropped modestly in the following year.

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

From 2018 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to +9.8% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fonio in the world?

Guinea constituted the country with the largest volume of fonio consumption, comprising approx. 76% of total volume. Moreover, fonio consumption in Guinea exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Nigeria, sevenfold. Mali ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.9% share.

What are the largest producers of fonio in the world?

The country with the largest volume of fonio production was Guinea, comprising approx. 76% of total volume. Moreover, fonio production in Guinea exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Nigeria, sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Mali, with a 5.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of fonio to Nigeria?

In value terms, Niger $173) constituted the largest supplier of fonio to Nigeria.

What is the average export price for fonio in Nigeria?

The average fonio export price stood at $5,630 per ton in 2020, approximately equating the previous year.

What is the average import price for fonio in Nigeria?

The average fonio import price stood at $8,238 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fonio market in Nigeria. 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:

Nigeria

Data coverage:

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