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Saudi Arabia: Market for Seeds, Fruit and Spores Used for Sowing 2025

Market Size for Seeds, Fruit and Spores Used for Sowing in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi market for seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2022, after two years of decline. In general, consumption, however, showed a noticeable reduction. Consumption of peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Seeds, Fruit and Spores Used for Sowing

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2021, exports of seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing from Saudi Arabia soared to X tons, rising by 239% compared with the previous year. In general, exports posted a mild increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 1,010% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports of attained the peak figure at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, exports of seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a modest increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 1,124% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Oman (X tons) was the main destination for exports of seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing from Saudi Arabia, accounting for a 81% share of total exports. Moreover, exports of seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing to Oman exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Oman totaled +2,237.0%.

In value terms, Oman ($X) remains the key foreign market for seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 82% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with an 18% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Oman totaled +536.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 41% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by 57%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Oman ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (-0.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Seeds, Fruit and Spores Used for Sowing

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2022, the amount of seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing imported into Saudi Arabia soared to X tons, surging by 41% against 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a slight slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 82%. Over the period under review, imports of attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, imports of seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing reduced to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a perceptible setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 56% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of reached the peak figure at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Australia (X tons), the United States (X tons) and India (X tons) were the main suppliers of imports of seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing to Saudi Arabia, together comprising 70% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of +17.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest seed, fruit and spore used for sowing suppliers to Saudi Arabia were Australia ($X), the United States ($X) and India ($X), together comprising 78% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, the United States, with a CAGR of +0.8%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average import price for seeds, fruit and spores used for sowing amounted to $X per ton, waning by -35.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 65% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Australia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+10.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for palm kernels in the world?

Indonesia constituted the country with the largest volume of palm kernel consumption, comprising approx. 57% of total volume. Moreover, palm kernel consumption in Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Malaysia, twofold. Thailand ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.7% share.

What are the largest producers of palm kernels in the world?

The country with the largest volume of palm kernel production was Indonesia, accounting for 57% of total volume. Moreover, palm kernel production in Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Malaysia, twofold. Thailand ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of palm kernels to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the United States, Australia and South Africa constituted the largest palm kernel suppliers to Saudi Arabia, with a combined 77% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of palm kernels from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates emerged as the key foreign market for palm kernel exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 86% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Kuwait, with a 12% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for palm kernels in Saudi Arabia?

In 2021, the average palm kernel export price amounted to $6,807 per ton, surging by 608% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for palm kernels in Saudi Arabia?

The average palm kernel import price stood at $9,013 per ton in 2021, growing by 33% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for seed, fruit and spore used for sowing in Saudi Arabia. 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 256 - Palm kernels

Country coverage:

Saudi Arabia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Saudi Arabia
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
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. 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 VOLUME AND VALUE
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. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024