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Oman: Dry Bean Market 2025

Dry Bean Market Size in Oman

In 2022, the Omani dry bean market decreased by -64.4% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after nine years of growth. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a prominent increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Dry Bean Exports

Exports from Oman

In 2022, overseas shipments of beans (dry) increased by 6.3% to X tons, rising for the seventh consecutive year after three years of decline. Overall, exports, however, saw a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 87% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, dry bean exports expanded rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 110% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Yemen (X tons) was the main destination for dry bean exports from Oman, with a 87% share of total exports. Moreover, dry bean exports to Yemen exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Qatar (X tons), ninefold. The United Arab Emirates (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 2.3% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Yemen amounted to +450.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Qatar (+0.5% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (-23.6% per year).

In value terms, Yemen ($X) remains the key foreign market for beans (dry) exports from Oman, comprising 77% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Qatar ($X), with a 19% share of total exports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates, with a 3.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Yemen amounted to +406.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Qatar (-4.9% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (-19.4% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average dry bean export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 2.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a mild curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 13%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Lebanon ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Yemen ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Lebanon (+17.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Dry Bean Imports

Imports into Oman

In 2022, overseas purchases of beans (dry) decreased by -63.7% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after nine years of growth. In general, imports, however, posted a notable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 64% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, dry bean imports shrank significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a noticeable expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 58% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons), China (X tons) and Madagascar (X tons) were the main suppliers of dry bean imports to Oman, with a combined 71% share of total imports. Tanzania, Ethiopia, Kenya and India lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 23%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Kenya (with a CAGR of +47.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of beans (dry) to Oman, comprising 43% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by Madagascar, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United Arab Emirates totaled +3.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+34.5% per year) and Madagascar (+29.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average dry bean import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 3.5% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 14% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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 India ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Djibouti (+14.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for beans (dry) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of dry bean consumption in 2020 were India, Nigeria and Brazil, together comprising 34% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Niger, Myanmar, Tanzania, the United States, China, Mexico, Kenya, Burkina Faso, Cameroon and Uganda, which together accounted for a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of beans (dry) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of dry bean production in 2020 were India, Nigeria and Myanmar, together comprising 33% of global production. Brazil, Niger, the United States, Tanzania, China, Mexico, Kenya, Burkina Faso, Cameroon and Argentina lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 38%.

What are the leading suppliers of beans (dry) to Oman?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of dry bean to Oman, comprising 58% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with an 11% share of total imports. It was followed by Morocco, with an 8.6% share.

What are the leading importers of beans (dry) from Oman?

In value terms, Qatar remains the key foreign market for dry bean exports from Oman, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates $881), with a 2% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for beans (dry) in Oman?

In 2020, the average dry bean export price amounted to $633 per ton, remaining stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for beans (dry) in Oman?

The average dry bean import price stood at $1,165 per ton in 2020, surging by 2.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the dry bean market in Oman. 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 176 - Beans, dry
FCL 203 - Bambara beans
FCL 195 - Cow peas, dry

Country coverage:

Oman

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Oman
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
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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