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Philippines: Sugar Cane Market 2025

Sugar Cane Market Size in the Philippines

The Philippine sugar cane market declined to $X in 2022, dropping by X% against the previous year. In general, consumption showed a slight decline. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Sugar Cane Production in the Philippines

In value terms, sugar cane production declined rapidly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a noticeable contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

In 2022, the average yield of sugar cane in the Philippines reduced slightly to X tons per ha, remaining constant against 2021 figures. In general, the yield, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the yield attained the peak level of X tons per ha. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the average sugar cane yield remained at a somewhat 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, the total area harvested in terms of sugar cane production in the Philippines declined to X ha, which is down by X% on the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The sugar cane harvested area peaked at X ha in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.

Sugar Cane Exports

Exports from the Philippines

In 2022, approx. X kg of sugar cane were exported from the Philippines; picking up by X% compared with the year before. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sugar cane exports declined rapidly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Japan (X kg) was the main destination for sugar cane exports from the Philippines, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2017 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Japan totaled X%.

In value terms, Japan ($X) also remains the key foreign market for sugar cane exports from the Philippines.

From 2017 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Japan totaled X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sugar cane export price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a perceptible decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of X%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then contracted dramatically in the following year.

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

From 2017 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Japan amounted to X% per year.

Sugar Cane Imports

Imports into the Philippines

In 2022, supplies from abroad of sugar cane decreased by X% to X kg, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports, however, recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sugar cane imports declined sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Vietnam (X kg) was the main sugar cane supplier to the Philippines, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Vietnam amounted to X%.

In value terms, Vietnam ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sugar cane to the Philippines.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Vietnam stood at X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sugar cane import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, posted buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average import price increased by X%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then fell significantly in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to X% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sugar cane in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of sugar cane consumption in 2021 were Brazil, India and China, with a combined 65% share of global consumption. Thailand, Pakistan, Mexico, Australia, the United States and Indonesia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 17%.

What are the largest producers of sugar cane in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of sugar cane production in 2021 were Brazil, India and China, together accounting for 65% of global production. These countries were followed by Thailand, Pakistan, Mexico, Australia, the United States and Indonesia, which together accounted for a further 17%.

What are the leading suppliers of sugar cane to the Philippines?

In value terms, the Netherlands $326) constituted the largest supplier of sugar cane to the Philippines.

What are the leading importers of sugar cane from the Philippines?

In value terms, Japan $405) remains the key foreign market for sugar cane exports from the Philippines, comprising 82% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada $27), with a 5.5% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for sugar cane in the Philippines?

The average sugar cane export price stood at $728 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -11% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sugar cane in the Philippines?

In 2021, the average sugar cane import price amounted to $2,470 per ton, remaining constant against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sugar cane market in the Philippines. 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 156 - Sugar cane

Country coverage:

Philippines

Data coverage:

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