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Sudan: Lentil Market 2025

Lentil Market Size in Sudan

The Sudanese lentil market surged to $X in 2022, with an increase of 87% 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). In general, consumption posted a strong expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Lentil Exports

Exports from Sudan

Lentil exports from Sudan amounted to X tons in 2022, surging by 8.4% against 2021 figures. Over the period under review, exports recorded prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by 62%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lentil exports dropped to $X in 2022. Overall, exports enjoyed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 98% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then declined modestly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Turkey (X tons) was the main destination for lentil exports from Sudan, accounting for a 98% share of total exports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates (X tons), with a 0.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Turkey amounted to +185.2%.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) remains the key foreign market for lentils exports from Sudan, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 0.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Turkey stood at +198.0%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average lentil export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -9.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw notable growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 52% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Turkey totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (+5.0%).

Lentil Imports

Imports into Sudan

In 2022, approx. X tons of lentils were imported into Sudan; with an increase of 106% compared with 2021. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a buoyant increase. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lentil imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports showed a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 136% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Turkey (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of lentil to Sudan, accounting for a 52% share of total imports. Moreover, lentil imports from Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Canada (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United States (X tons), with a 13% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Turkey amounted to +8.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Canada (+30.4% per year) and the United States (+10.2% per year).

In value terms, Turkey ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lentils to Sudan, comprising 62% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United States ($X), with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by Canada, with a 9.8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Turkey totaled +6.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (+13.7% per year) and Canada (+20.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average lentil import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -13.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a noticeable shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+3.2%), 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 lentils in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of lentil consumption in 2021 were India, Canada and Bangladesh, with a combined 48% share of global consumption. Turkey, Nepal, Australia, the United Arab Emirates, China, Pakistan, the United States, Egypt, Sri Lanka and Syrian Arab Republic lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 31%.

What are the largest producers of lentils in the world?

Canada remains the largest lentil producing country worldwide, accounting for 43% of total volume. Moreover, lentil production in Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Australia, with a 9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of lentils to Sudan?

In value terms, Turkey, the United States and the United Arab Emirates were the largest lentil suppliers to Sudan, together comprising 93% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of lentils from Sudan?

In value terms, Turkey remains the key foreign market for lentil exports from Sudan.

What is the average export price for lentils in Sudan?

In 2021, the average lentil export price amounted to $750 per ton, waning by -13.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lentils in Sudan?

In 2021, the average lentil import price amounted to $681 per ton, which is down by -8.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lentil market in Sudan. 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 201 - Lentils, dry

Country coverage:

Sudan

Data coverage:

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