Philippines: Pigeon Peas Market 2025

Pigeon Peas Market Size in the Philippines

After two years of growth, the Philippine pigeon peas market decreased by -15.4% to $X in 2021. In general, the total consumption indicated a perceptible expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption increased by +58.4% against 2018 indices. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

Pigeon Peas Production in the Philippines

In value terms, pigeon peas production shrank dramatically to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by 208%. Pigeon peas production peaked at $X in 2020, and then dropped remarkably in the following year.

The average yield of pigeon peas in the Philippines fell slightly to X tons per ha in 2021, remaining constant against 2020. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 10% against the previous year. The pigeon peas yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2020, and then fell in the following year. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The pigeon peas harvested area in the Philippines shrank slightly to X ha in 2021, remaining relatively unchanged against 2020 figures. Overall, the harvested area recorded a slight downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 0.8%. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to pigeon peas production reached the peak figure at X ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the harvested area stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Pigeon Peas Exports

Exports from the Philippines

In 2020, approx. X kg of pigeon peas were exported from the Philippines; growing by 424% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports continue to indicate significant growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, pigeon peas exports soared to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports showed a significant increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X kg) was the main destination for pigeon peas exports from the Philippines, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2019 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United Arab Emirates was relatively modest.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for pigeon peas exports from the Philippines.

From 2019 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value to the United Arab Emirates was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average pigeon peas export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, surging by 110% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a significant expansion. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2019 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to 0.0% per year.

Pigeon Peas Imports

Imports into the Philippines

After two years of growth, overseas purchases of pigeon peas decreased by -67.8% to X tons in 2021. In general, imports showed a dramatic decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 181%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, pigeon peas imports dropped markedly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a dramatic curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 190%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

India (X tons) and Singapore (X tons) were the main suppliers of pigeon peas imports to the Philippines.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Singapore (with a CAGR of +20.6%).

In value terms, the largest pigeon peas suppliers to the Philippines were India ($X) and Singapore ($X).

Singapore, with a CAGR of +19.7%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

The average pigeon peas import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 12% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a pronounced slump. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Singapore ($X per ton), while the price for India totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Singapore (-0.7%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

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