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Portugal: Sorghum Market 2025

Sorghum Market Size in Portugal

The Portuguese sorghum market rose modestly to $X in 2022, surging by 1.6% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Sorghum Exports

Exports from Portugal

In 2022, exports of sorghum from Portugal dropped notably to X tons, which is down by -63.6% against 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a noticeable reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 281%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sorghum exports shrank markedly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a deep setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 210%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons) was the main destination for sorghum exports from Portugal, with a 95% share of total exports. Moreover, sorghum exports to Spain exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, France (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Spain amounted to -4.6%.

In value terms, Spain ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for sorghum exports from Portugal, comprising 94% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by France ($X), with a 5.6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Spain amounted to -5.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sorghum export price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -6.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a slight descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average export price increased by 68%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Italy (+5.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Sorghum Imports

Imports into Portugal

In 2022, approx. X tons of sorghum were imported into Portugal; falling by -12.9% against the year before. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 40% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sorghum imports expanded rapidly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 17% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Imports by Country

France (X tons), Spain (X tons) and Ukraine (X tons) were the main suppliers of sorghum imports to Portugal, with a combined 93% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by France (with a CAGR of +8.2%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, France ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sorghum to Portugal, comprising 56% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 28% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from France stood at +10.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (-5.0% per year) and Ukraine (-11.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sorghum import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 21% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 24%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Ukraine ($X per ton), while the price for Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ukraine (+2.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sorghum in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of sorghum consumption in 2021 were China, Nigeria and Ethiopia, together accounting for 35% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of sorghum in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of sorghum production in 2021 were the United States, Nigeria and Ethiopia, together comprising 36% of global production. These countries were followed by Mexico, India, China, Sudan, Brazil, Niger, Burkina Faso, Argentina, Mali and Cameroon, which together accounted for a further 46%.

What are the leading suppliers of sorghum to Portugal?

In value terms, Spain, France and the Netherlands were the largest sorghum suppliers to Portugal, with a combined 91% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sorghum from Portugal?

In value terms, Italy, Spain and France were the largest markets for sorghum exported from Portugal worldwide.

What is the average export price for sorghum in Portugal?

In 2021, the average sorghum export price amounted to $1,092 per ton, which is down by -27.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sorghum in Portugal?

The average sorghum import price stood at $312 per ton in 2021, picking up by 20% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sorghum 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 83 - Sorghum

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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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