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Sri Lanka: Oat Market 2025

Oat Market Size in Sri Lanka

The Sri Lankan oat market totaled $X in 2022, with an increase of 6.6% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption, however, showed a significant expansion. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

Oat Exports

Exports from Sri Lanka

In 2022, overseas shipments of oats decreased by -25.8% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, exports, however, recorded significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 493% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2021, and then shrank notably in the following year.

In value terms, oat exports reached $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 387%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Qatar (X tons) was the main destination for oat exports from Sri Lanka, with a 47% share of total exports. Moreover, oat exports to Qatar exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Oman (X tons), twofold. The United Arab Emirates (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 15% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Qatar totaled +138.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Oman (+18.3% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (+0.6% per year).

In value terms, Qatar ($X) remains the key foreign market for oats exports from Sri Lanka, comprising 46% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Oman ($X), with a 19% share of total exports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates, with a 16% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Qatar amounted to +131.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Oman (+68.0% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (+13.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average oat export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by 47% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a resilient increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 150% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to Saudi Arabia ($X per ton) and the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Oman ($X per ton) and Qatar ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Oman (+42.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Oat Imports

Imports into Sri Lanka

Oat imports into Sri Lanka contracted to X tons in 2022, waning by -6.4% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports, however, saw significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 1,078% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, oat imports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 909% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Australia (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of oat to Sri Lanka, with a 76% share of total imports. Moreover, oat imports from Australia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Canada (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Australia stood at +113.4%.

In value terms, Australia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of oats to Sri Lanka, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Canada ($X), with a 22% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Australia amounted to +111.7%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average oat import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 30% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 43% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Australia ($X per ton), while the price for Canada stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+6.5%), 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 oats in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of oat consumption in 2021 were Russia, Canada and the United States, with a combined 37% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of oats in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of oat production in 2021 were Canada, Russia and Poland, with a combined 42% share of global production. Finland, Australia, Spain, the UK, Brazil, the United States, Sweden, Germany, Argentina and China lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 36%.

What are the leading suppliers of oats to Sri Lanka?

In value terms, Canada and Australia appeared to be the largest oat suppliers to Sri Lanka.

What are the leading importers of oats from Sri Lanka?

In value terms, India emerged as the key foreign market for oat exports from Sri Lanka, comprising 46% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Qatar, with a 16% share of total exports. It was followed by Oman, with a 15% share.

What is the average export price for oats in Sri Lanka?

The average oat export price stood at $924 per ton in 2021, reducing by -42% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for oats in Sri Lanka?

The average oat import price stood at $245 per ton in 2021, dropping by -21.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the oat market in Sri Lanka. 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 75 - Oats

Country coverage:

Sri Lanka

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Sri Lanka
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. 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