Southern Asia: Pigeon Peas Market 2025

Pigeon Peas Market Size in Southern Asia

In 2021, the South Asian pigeon peas market increased by 2.9% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. The total consumption indicated a strong expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +9.7% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption increased by +19.6% against 2019 indices. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Pigeon Peas Production in Southern Asia

In value terms, pigeon peas production contracted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the production volume increased by 66% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

India (X tons) remains the largest pigeon peas producing country in Southern Asia, accounting for 100% of total volume.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume in India stood at +5.6%.

The average pigeon peas yield dropped to X kg per ha in 2021, which is down by -3.8% compared with the previous year's figure. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 41%. The level of yield peaked at X kg per ha in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the yield stood at a somewhat 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, approx. X ha of pigeon peas were harvested in Southern Asia; growing by 15% against the year before. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the harvested area increased by 35%. As a result, the harvested area attained the peak level of X ha. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the pigeon peas harvested area failed to regain momentum.

Pigeon Peas Exports

Exports in Southern Asia

In 2021, overseas shipments of pigeon peas increased by 63% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, exports recorded a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 3,476% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, pigeon peas exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 1,834%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

In 2021, India (X tons) was the main exporter of pigeon peas in Southern Asia, mixing up 100% of total export.

India was also the fastest-growing in terms of the pigeon peas exports, with a CAGR of +117.9% from 2012 to 2021. From 2012 to 2021, the share of India increased by +99 percentage points, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, India ($X) also remains the largest pigeon peas supplier in Southern Asia.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in India totaled +124.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Southern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2021, waning by -20.4% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 64% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for India.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to +3.1% per year.

Pigeon Peas Imports

Imports in Southern Asia

In 2021, approx. X tons of pigeon peas were imported in Southern Asia; growing by 48% against 2020. Overall, imports posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 16,985%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, pigeon peas imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 12,682%. The level of import peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

India dominates imports structure, recording X tons, which was near 98% of total imports in 2021. Nepal (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to pigeon peas imports into India stood at +7.6%. At the same time, Nepal (+41.8%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Nepal emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Southern Asia, with a CAGR of +41.8% from 2012-2021. India (+98 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Nepal saw its share reduced by -29.1% from 2012 to 2021, respectively.

In value terms, India ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported pigeon peas in Southern Asia, comprising 98% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Nepal ($X), with a 2.4% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in India amounted to +9.8%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Southern Asia amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 13% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a mild reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of 43%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Nepal ($X per ton), while India amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+2.0%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

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