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Tanzania: Banana Market 2025

Banana Market Size in Tanzania

The Tanzanian banana market reduced to $X in 2022, dropping by -8.2% against the previous year. In general, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Banana consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Banana Production in Tanzania

In value terms, banana production dropped dramatically to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a perceptible contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 85%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

In 2022, the average banana yield in Tanzania amounted to X tons per ha, approximately mirroring 2021. Overall, the yield enjoyed a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the yield increased by 110%. As a result, the yield reached the peak level of X tons per ha. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the average banana yield failed to regain momentum. 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 bananas production in Tanzania fell slightly to X ha, waning by -3.2% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, the harvested area showed a pronounced curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 9.4%. The banana harvested area peaked at X ha in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the harvested area stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Banana Exports

Exports from Tanzania

For the sixth year in a row, Tanzania recorded growth in shipments abroad of bananas, which increased by 154% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports saw significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 289%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

In value terms, banana exports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 130% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Zambia (X tons) was the main destination for banana exports from Tanzania, with a 77% share of total exports. Moreover, banana exports to Zambia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Kenya (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Zambia amounted to +114.0%.

In value terms, Zambia ($X) remains the key foreign market for bananas exports from Tanzania, comprising 89% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Kenya ($X), with a 7.6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Zambia stood at +111.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The average banana export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -39% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 37% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Zambia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Kenya stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Zambia (-1.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Banana Imports

Imports into Tanzania

For the third year in a row, Tanzania recorded decline in purchases abroad of bananas, which decreased by -93% to X kg in 2022. Overall, imports saw a precipitous decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 4,222%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, banana imports dropped significantly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a deep downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 4,418% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, South Africa (X kg) was the main banana supplier to Tanzania, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from South Africa stood at +43.5%.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constituted the largest supplier of bananas to Tanzania.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from South Africa stood at +55.2%.

Import Prices by Country

The average banana import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 606% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a significant increase. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for South Africa.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Africa amounted to +8.1% per year.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the banana market in Tanzania. 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 486 - Bananas

Country coverage:

Tanzania

Data coverage:

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