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Southern Asia: Quinoa Market 2025

Quinoa Exports

Exports in Southern Asia

Quinoa exports skyrocketed to X tons in 2021, jumping by 34% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 1,168%. The volume of export peaked in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In value terms, quinoa exports surged to $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 1,756% against the previous year. The level of export peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

In 2021, India (X tons) represented the largest exporter of quinoa in Southern Asia, generating 100% of total export.

India was also the fastest-growing in terms of the quinoa exports, with a CAGR of +87.4% from 2013 to 2021. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

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

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in India stood at +107.8%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Southern Asia amounted to $X per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 46%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2013 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to +10.9% per year.

Quinoa Imports

Imports in Southern Asia

For the third consecutive year, Southern Asia recorded growth in purchases abroad of quinoa, which increased by 0.7% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 15,119% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, quinoa imports totaled $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 2,421%. The level of import peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Sri Lanka (X tons) represented the largest importer of quinoa, making up 77% of total imports. It was distantly followed by India (X tons) and Nepal (X tons), together generating a 19% share of total imports. Maldives (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Sri Lanka was also the fastest-growing in terms of the quinoa imports, with a CAGR of +216.9% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Nepal (+111.7%), Maldives (+63.0%) and India (+9.8%) displayed positive paces of growth. While the share of Sri Lanka (+77 p.p.), India (+14 p.p.) and Nepal (+4.5 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2021, the share of Maldives (-96.3 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the largest quinoa importing markets in Southern Asia were Maldives ($X), Sri Lanka ($X) and Nepal ($X), together accounting for 91% of total imports.

In terms of the main importing countries, Sri Lanka, with a CAGR of +227.1%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Southern Asia amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 1.6% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a dramatic contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 122%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Maldives ($X per ton), while Sri Lanka ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Nepal (+9.5%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for quinoa in Southern Asia?

The country with the largest volume of quinoa consumption was India, accounting for 80% of total volume. Moreover, quinoa consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Maldives, tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Sri Lanka, with a 7.3% share.

What are the largest producers of quinoa in Southern Asia?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of quinoa production, accounting for 96% of total volume. Moreover, quinoa production in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Nepal, more than tenfold.

What are the leading suppliers of quinoa in Southern Asia?

In value terms, India remains the largest quinoa supplier in Southern Asia, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Nepal, with a 4.3% share of total exports.

What are the leading importers of quinoa in Southern Asia?

In value terms, India constitutes the largest market for imported quinoa in Southern Asia, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Maldives, with a 18% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for quinoa in Southern Asia?

The quinoa export price in Southern Asia stood at $1,658 per ton in 2020, falling by -23.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for quinoa in Southern Asia?

In 2020, the quinoa import price in Southern Asia amounted to $2,766 per ton, falling by -8.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the quinoa market in Southern Asia. 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 92 - Quinoa

Country coverage:

Afghanistan
Bangladesh
Bhutan
India
Maldives
Nepal
Pakistan
Sri Lanka

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Southern Asia, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Southern Asia
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
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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 VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
3. HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Afghanistan
- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- India
- Maldives
- Nepal
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
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, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
13. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Yield And Growth
12. Exports And Growth
13. Export Prices And Growth
14. Market Size And Growth
15. Per Capita Consumption
16. Imports And Growth
17. Import Prices
18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
20. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
21. Yield, 2012–2024
22. Production, By Country, 2024
23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
24. Harvested Area, By Country, 2024
25. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
38. Export Prices, 2012–2024