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Portugal: Bambara Bean Market 2025

Bambara Bean Market Size in Portugal

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant decline in the Portuguese bambara bean market, when its value decreased by -72.6% to $X. In general, consumption showed a dramatic shrinkage. Bambara bean consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Bambara Bean Production in Portugal

In value terms, bambara bean production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with a decrease of 99.9%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

The average yield of bambara beans in Portugal was estimated at less than X kg per ha in 2022, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Over the period under review, the yield showed 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.

In 2022, approx. less than X ha of bambara beans were harvested in Portugal; leveling off at 2021 figures. Over the period under review, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Bambara Bean Exports

Exports from Portugal

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of bambara beans, when their volume decreased by -96.4% to X kg. Overall, exports showed a dramatic descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 500%. The exports peaked at X kg in 2021, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, bambara bean exports declined sharply to $X in 2022. In general, exports faced a sharp slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 700% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2021, and then declined significantly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Malta (X kg) was the main destination for bambara bean exports from Portugal, accounting for a 60% share of total exports. Moreover, bambara bean exports to Malta exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Denmark (X kg), twofold.

From 2017 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Malta was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Denmark (0.0% per year) and Ireland (0.0% per year).

In value terms, Malta ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for bambara beans exports from Portugal, comprising 60% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Denmark ($X), with a 26% share of total exports.

From 2017 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Malta was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Denmark (0.0% per year) and Ireland (0.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average bambara bean export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 110% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a mild slump. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Ireland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Denmark ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2017 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the UK (-37.6%).

Bambara Bean Imports

Imports into Portugal

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was decline in overseas purchases of bambara beans, when their volume decreased by 0% to X kg. Over the period under review, imports showed a sharp reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when imports increased by 1,080% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, bambara bean imports stood at $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed a sharp reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 900%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the Netherlands (X kg) was the main bambara bean supplier to Portugal, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the Netherlands amounted to +19.6%.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest supplier of bambara beans to Portugal.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the Netherlands totaled +6.4%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average bambara bean import price amounted to $X per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a slight expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 a decrease of -13.2%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to -11.1% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for bambara beans in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of bambara bean consumption in 2020 were Burkina Faso, Niger and Cameroon, with a combined 61% share of global consumption. Mali, Togo, Zimbabwe and Democratic Republic of the Congo lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 31%.

What are the largest producers of bambara beans in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of bambara bean production in 2020 were Burkina Faso, Niger and Cameroon, together comprising 61% of global production. Mali, Togo, Zimbabwe and Democratic Republic of the Congo lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 31%.

What are the leading suppliers of bambara beans to Portugal?

In value terms, the Netherlands constituted the largest supplier of bambara bean to Portugal.

What are the leading importers of bambara beans from Portugal?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for bambara bean exports from Portugal, comprising 95% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada $486), with a 4.7% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for bambara beans in Portugal?

The average bambara bean export price stood at $1,783 per ton in 2019, which is down by -21.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for bambara beans in Portugal?

The average bambara bean import price stood at $936 per ton in 2019, shrinking by -45% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bambara bean market in Portugal. 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 203 - Bambara beans

Country coverage:

Portugal

Data coverage:

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