Switzerland: Cottonseed Market 2025

Cottonseed Market Size in Switzerland

In 2022, the Swiss cottonseed market increased by 39% to $X, rising for the fifth year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Cottonseed consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Cottonseed Production in Switzerland

In value terms, cottonseed production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate a significant contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

In 2022, the average yield of cottonseed in Switzerland was estimated at less than X kg per ha, remaining stable against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, the yield continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, the total area harvested in terms of cottonseed production in Switzerland amounted to less than X ha, remaining stable against 2021 figures. In general, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Cottonseed Exports

Exports from Switzerland

Cottonseed exports from Switzerland reduced rapidly to X kg in 2022, dropping by -48% on the previous year's figure. In general, exports faced a precipitous slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when exports increased by 39%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cottonseed exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a deep slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 91%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

France (X kg) was the main destination for cottonseed exports from Switzerland, accounting for a approx. 85% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to France stood at -14.3%.

In value terms, France ($X) also remains the key foreign market for cottonseed exports from Switzerland.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to France totaled +17.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The average cottonseed export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 125% against the previous year. Overall, the export price enjoyed a strong expansion. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2013 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for France amounted to +36.9% per year.

Cottonseed Imports

Imports into Switzerland

In 2022, approx. X tons of cottonseed were imported into Switzerland; rising by 156% on the previous year. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 193%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, cottonseed imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 203% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, France (X tons) was the main cottonseed supplier to Switzerland, with a 92% share of total imports. Moreover, cottonseed imports from France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Italy (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2014 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from France stood at +385.1%.

In value terms, France ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cottonseed to Switzerland, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Italy ($X), with a 7.4% share of total imports.

From 2014 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from France stood at +354.9%.

Import Prices by Country

The average cottonseed import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, declining by -47.1% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a sharp decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 107%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 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 France ($X per ton), while the price for Italy totaled $X per ton.

From 2014 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (-6.2%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

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