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Saudi Arabia: Dry Peas Market 2025

Dry Peas Market Size in Saudi Arabia

In 2021, the Saudi dry peas market decreased by -25.8% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a pronounced downturn. Dry peas consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Dry Peas Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2021, shipments abroad of peas (dry) increased by 13% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, exports recorded a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when exports increased by 535% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, dry peas exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports posted strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 1,397% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Yemen (X tons), India (X tons) and Sudan (X tons) were the main destinations of dry peas exports from Saudi Arabia, together accounting for 86% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Yemen (with a CAGR of +128.3%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Sudan ($X), India ($X) and Yemen ($X) were the largest markets for dry peas exported from Saudi Arabia worldwide, with a combined 88% share of total exports.

Yemen, with a CAGR of +92.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average dry peas export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 3.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a pronounced contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 136% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Sudan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Kuwait ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Sudan (+18.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Dry Peas Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of peas (dry), when their volume decreased by -30.6% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a perceptible descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 34%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then reduced dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, dry peas imports declined markedly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a noticeable decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 43% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons), Canada (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main suppliers of dry peas imports to Saudi Arabia, with a combined 94% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +0.9%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest dry peas suppliers to Saudi Arabia were the United Arab Emirates ($X), Canada ($X) and the United States ($X), together accounting for 92% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, the United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of -0.3%, 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 a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average dry peas import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 9.1% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a mild setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average import price increased by 15%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the price for Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (+1.3%), 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 peas (dry) in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of dry peas consumption, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, dry peas consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Canada, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 9.5% share.

What are the largest producers of peas (dry) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of dry peas production in 2021 were Canada, Russia and China, together accounting for 58% of global production. The United States, India, France, Ukraine, Ethiopia, Lithuania and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 27%.

What are the leading suppliers of peas (dry) to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the largest dry peas suppliers to Saudi Arabia were the United Arab Emirates, the United States and Canada, with a combined 78% share of total imports. Argentina, India, Russia and Ukraine lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 17%.

What are the leading importers of peas (dry) from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, India emerged as the key foreign market for dry peas exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 54% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Oman $323), with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by Yemen, with a 13% share.

What is the average export price for peas (dry) in Saudi Arabia?

The average dry peas export price stood at $211 per ton in 2021, waning by -23.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for peas (dry) in Saudi Arabia?

The average dry peas import price stood at $460 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 2.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the dry peas market 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 187 - Peas, dry

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

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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. 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