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Puerto Rico: Paddy Rice Market 2025

Paddy Rice Market Size in Puerto Rico

The Puerto Rican paddy rice market declined modestly to $X in 2021, which is down by -3.6% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, posted a strong increase. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Paddy Rice Production in Puerto Rico

In value terms, paddy rice production fell modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, saw prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 59%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In 2021, the average paddy rice yield in Puerto Rico was estimated at X tons per ha, approximately mirroring the previous year's figure. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +3.3% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the yield increased by 32%. The global yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the yield remained at a lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2021, the harvested area of paddy rice in Puerto Rico contracted slightly to X ha, which is down by -3.5% compared with 2020. In general, the harvested area, however, saw a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the harvested area increased by 32% against the previous year. The global harvested area peaked at X ha in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.

Paddy Rice Exports

Exports by Country

The United States was the key exporting country with an export of about X tons, which accounted for 50% of total exports. India (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total exports with a 23% share, followed by Brazil (7.8%). The following exporters - Uruguay (X tons), Paraguay (X tons), Guyana (X tons) and Russia (X tons) - together made up 9.4% of total exports.

The United States experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of exports of paddy rice. At the same time, India (+11.9%), Brazil (+6.4%), Paraguay (+5.8%) and Uruguay (+3.7%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, India emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of +11.9% from 2012-2021. By contrast, Guyana (-9.4%) and Russia (-14.8%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of India (+14 p.p.) and Brazil (+2.7 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global exports from 2012-2021, the share of Guyana (-2.7 p.p.), Russia (-5.2 p.p.) and the United States (-8 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the largest paddy rice supplier from Puerto Rico, comprising 46% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by India ($X), with a 19% share of global exports. It was followed by Brazil, with a 6.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in the United States totaled -1.3%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: India (+10.5% per year) and Brazil (+5.4% per year).

Paddy Rice Imports

Imports by Country

In 2021, Nepal (X tons) and Mexico (X tons) represented the key importers of paddy ricein the world, together accounting for near 44% of total imports. Venezuela (X tons) ranks next in terms of the total imports with an 11% share, followed by Costa Rica (4.6%) and Honduras (4.6%). Colombia (X tons), Nicaragua (X tons), Guatemala (X tons), the Philippines (X tons), Brazil (X tons), El Salvador (X tons), Libya (X tons) and Turkey (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in the Philippines (with a CAGR of +43.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Mexico ($X), Nepal ($X) and Venezuela ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 46% share of total imports. The Philippines, Honduras, Colombia, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Turkey, Brazil, El Salvador and Libya lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 35%.

In terms of the main importing countries, the Philippines, with a CAGR of +23.2%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of rice paddy consumption in 2021 were China, India and Bangladesh, with a combined 59% share of global consumption.
The countries with the highest volumes of rice paddy production in 2021 were China, India and Bangladesh, together comprising 59% of global production.
In value terms, Mexico constitutes the largest market for imported rice paddy into Puerto Rico, comprising 25% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Venezuela, with a 9.8% share of global imports. It was followed by Nepal, with a 7.1% share.
In value terms, the United States remains the largest rice paddy supplier from Puerto Rico, comprising 55% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with a 15% share of global exports. It was followed by Paraguay, with a 1.9% share.
In 2021, the rice paddy export price in Puerto Rico amounted to $less than 0.1 per ton, flattening at the previous year.
The rice paddy import price in Puerto Rico stood at $less than 0.1 per ton in 2021, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the paddy rice market in Puerto Rico. 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 27 - Rice, paddy

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Puerto Rico
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
    11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
    12. Exports and Growth, by Product
    13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
    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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Harvested Area: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012-2024
    32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012-2024

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