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Mustard Seed Market Size in SADC
In 2022, the SADC mustard seed market increased by 111% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, consumption saw a buoyant expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Mustard Seed Production in SADC
In value terms, mustard seed production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the production volume increased by 48%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.
The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons) and Zambia (X tons).
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of production, amongst the key producing countries, was attained by Democratic Republic of the Congo (with a CAGR of +2.6%).
Mustard Seed Exports
Exports in SADC
In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas shipments of mustard seed, when their volume increased by 242% to X tons. In general, exports showed a slight increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 541% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.
In value terms, mustard seed exports dropped dramatically to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 164%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2021, and then dropped markedly in the following year.
Exports by Country
South Africa represented the largest exporting country with an export of about X tons, which reached 82% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons), comprising a 17% share of total exports.
South Africa experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of exports of mustard seed. At the same time, Democratic Republic of the Congo (+5.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Democratic Republic of the Congo emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in SADC, with a CAGR of +5.5% from 2012-2022. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Democratic Republic of the Congo increased by +17 percentage points.
In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest mustard seed supplier in SADC, comprising 89% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X), with a 10% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in South Africa amounted to +6.5%.
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the export price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, declining by -75.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 186% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2021, and then contracted dramatically in the following year.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while Democratic Republic of the Congo totaled $X per ton.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (+7.1%).
Mustard Seed Imports
Imports in SADC
In 2022, approx. X tons of mustard seed were imported in SADC; surging by 106% compared with 2021. In general, imports saw a resilient increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, mustard seed imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed buoyant growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Imports by Country
In 2022, South Africa (X tons) represented the major importer of mustard seed, achieving 63% of total imports. Zimbabwe (X tons) took a 20% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Mauritius (12%).
From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to mustard seed imports into South Africa stood at +8.6%. At the same time, Zimbabwe (+85.1%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Zimbabwe emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in SADC, with a CAGR of +85.1% from 2012-2022. By contrast, Mauritius (-1.3%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Zimbabwe (+20 p.p.) and South Africa (+7.1 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Mauritius saw its share reduced by -15.7% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.
In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported mustard seed in SADC, comprising 58% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Zimbabwe ($X), with a 21% share of total imports.
In South Africa, mustard seed imports expanded at an average annual rate of +7.9% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Zimbabwe (+78.4% per year) and Mauritius (+2.4% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the import price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, flattening at the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.8%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the import price increased by 15%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, leveling off in the following year.
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Mauritius ($X per ton), while South Africa ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mauritius (+3.7%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mustard seed market in SADC. 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 292 - Mustard seed
Country coverage:
- Angola
- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in SADC, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in SADC
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
- HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Area Harvested, 2012–2024
- Yield, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2024
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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