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Nigeria: Paddy Rice Market 2025

Paddy Rice Market Size in Nigeria

The Nigerien paddy rice market rose significantly to $X in 2021, surging by 6.7% against the previous year. Overall, consumption saw a remarkable increase. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Paddy Rice Production in Nigeria

In value terms, paddy rice production amounted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production enjoyed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 175% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

The average yield of paddy rice in Nigeria stood at X tons per ha in 2021, stabilizing at the year before. Overall, the yield, however, recorded a noticeable downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 18% against the previous year. The paddy rice yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the 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 2021, the total area harvested in terms of paddy rice production in Nigeria totaled X ha, approximately equating the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, the harvested area showed a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the harvested area increased by 58% against the previous year. The paddy rice harvested area peaked at X ha in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.

Paddy Rice Exports

Exports from Nigeria

In 2021, the amount of paddy rice exported from Nigeria surged to X tons, picking up by 22% on 2020 figures. Overall, total exports indicated significant growth from 2019 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +36.9% over the last two years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, exports increased by +87.4% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 53%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, paddy rice exports fell to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a abrupt slump. The smallest decline of -11.5% was in 2020. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Benin (X tons) was the main destination for paddy rice exports from Nigeria, with a 98% share of total exports. It was followed by South Africa (X tons), with a 1.4% share of total exports.

From 2019 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Benin totaled +136.6%.

In value terms, Benin ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for paddy rice exports from Nigeria, comprising 99% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by South Africa ($X), with a 0.3% share of total exports.

From 2019 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Benin stood at +235.5%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average paddy rice export price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -28.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a dramatic slump. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Benin ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to South Africa stood at $X per ton.

From 2019 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Benin (+42.0%).

Paddy Rice Imports

Imports into Nigeria

In 2021, after five years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of paddy rice, when their volume decreased by -20.7% to X tons. Overall, imports, however, posted a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 224%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then fell notably in the following year.

In value terms, paddy rice imports contracted rapidly to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, showed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 183% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons), India (X tons) and Saudi Arabia (X tons) were the main suppliers of paddy rice imports to Nigeria, together comprising 77% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in the United States (with a CAGR of +2,052.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), Saudi Arabia ($X) and China ($X) constituted the largest paddy rice suppliers to Nigeria, together accounting for 75% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, the United States, with a CAGR of +2,282.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average paddy rice import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -15.4% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 121% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while the price for India ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (+54.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of rice paddy consumption in 2021 were China, India and Bangladesh, together accounting for 59% of global consumption.
The countries with the highest volumes of rice paddy production in 2021 were China, India and Bangladesh, together comprising 59% of global production.
In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of rice paddy to Nigeria, comprising 59% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with a 22% share of total imports.
In 2021, the average rice paddy export price amounted to $953 per ton, remaining constant against the previous year.
In 2021, the average rice paddy import price amounted to $457 per ton, growing by 6.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the paddy rice 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 27 - Rice, paddy

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 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. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
  8. 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. 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. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. 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
  12. 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

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