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Pakistan: Buckwheat Market 2025

Buckwheat Market Size in Pakistan

After two years of growth, the Pakistani buckwheat market decreased by 99.9% to less than $X in 2022. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Buckwheat Production in Pakistan

In value terms, buckwheat production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production showed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 104%. Buckwheat production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In 2022, the average yield of buckwheat in Pakistan totaled less than X kg per ha, stabilizing at the previous year. Overall, the yield recorded 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 buckwheat harvested area in Pakistan amounted to less than X ha in 2022, flattening at the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, the harvested area continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Buckwheat Exports

Exports from Pakistan

In 2021, after five years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of buckwheat, when their volume decreased by -33.3% to X tons. In general, exports, however, saw significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 547% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2020, and then declined significantly in the following year.

In value terms, buckwheat exports contracted significantly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 278%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Sweden (X tons) was the main destination for buckwheat exports from Pakistan, with a 88% share of total exports. Moreover, buckwheat exports to Sweden exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Sweden was relatively modest.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) remains the key foreign market for buckwheat exports from Pakistan, comprising 51% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Sweden ($X), with a 24% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the United Arab Emirates totaled -40.1%.

Export Prices by Country

The average buckwheat export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, flattening at the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 3.5% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Sweden stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (+503.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Buckwheat Imports

Imports into Pakistan

In 2022, the amount of buckwheat imported into Pakistan fell remarkably to X tons, shrinking by -41.4% on 2021 figures. In general, imports faced a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 479% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, buckwheat imports reduced markedly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 536% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, India (X tons) was the main supplier of buckwheat to Pakistan, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from India amounted to -19.0%.

In value terms, India ($X) constituted the largest supplier of buckwheat to Pakistan.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from India totaled -12.4%.

Import Prices by Country

The average buckwheat import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 163%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Ukraine amounted to +115.4% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for buckwheat in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of buckwheat consumption in 2021 were Russia, China and France, with a combined 67% share of global consumption. Poland, Ukraine, Lithuania, the United States, Japan, Brazil and Kazakhstan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of buckwheat in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of buckwheat production in 2021 were Russia, China and France, with a combined 71% share of global production. These countries were followed by Poland, Ukraine, the United States, Lithuania, Brazil, Japan and Kazakhstan, which together accounted for a further 24%.

What are the leading suppliers of buckwheat to Pakistan?

In value terms, India constituted the largest supplier of buckwheat to Pakistan.

What is the average export price for buckwheat in Pakistan?

In 2021, the average buckwheat export price amounted to $2,712 per ton, picking up by 9.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for buckwheat in Pakistan?

The average buckwheat import price stood at $586 per ton in 2021, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the buckwheat market in Pakistan. 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 89 - Buckwheat

Country coverage:

Pakistan

Data coverage:

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