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Uganda: Sweet Potato Market 2020

Sweet Potato Market Size in Uganda

The revenue of the sweet potato market in Uganda amounted to $X in 2018, rising by X% against the previous year. In general, the total market indicated noticeable growth from 2007 to 2018: its value decreased at an average annual rate of -X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2010 when the market value increased by X% year-to-year. In that year, the sweet potato market attained its peak level of $X. From 2011 to 2018, the growth of the sweet potato market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Sweet Potato Production in Uganda

In value terms, sweet potato production amounted to $X in 2018 estimated in export prices. In general, sweet potato production continues to indicate a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 with an increase of X% year-to-year. In that year, sweet potato production attained its peak level of $X. From 2011 to 2018, sweet potato production growth remained at a lower figure.

Average yield of sweet potato in Uganda totaled X ton per ha in 2018, remaining constant against the previous year. In general, the sweet potato yield continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when yield increased by X% y-o-y. In that year, the average sweet potato yield reached its peak level of X ton per ha. From 2016 to 2018, the growth of the average sweet potato yield remained at a lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2018, approx. X ha of sweet potato were harvested in Uganda; going down by -X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the sweet potato harvested area continues to indicate a mild slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2009 when harvested area increased by X% y-o-y. Sweet potato harvested area peaked at X ha in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2018, harvested area failed to regain its momentum.

Sweet Potato Exports

Exports from Uganda

Sweet potato exports from Uganda stood at X tons in 2018, increasing by X% against the previous year. In general, sweet potato exports continue to indicate outstanding growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2008 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Exports peaked in 2018 and are expected to retain its growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, sweet potato exports amounted to $X in 2018. In general, sweet potato exports continue to indicate a skyrocketing increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. In that year, sweet potato exports reached their peak and are likely to continue its growth in the immediate term.

Sweet Potato Imports

Imports into Uganda

In 2018, approx. X tons of sweet potato were imported into Uganda; jumping by X% against the previous year. Overall, sweet potato imports continue to indicate an extraordinary increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, sweet potato imports attained their maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2018, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sweet potato imports totaled $X in 2018. In general, sweet potato imports continue to indicate skyrocketing growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, sweet potato imports attained their maximum at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2018, imports failed to regain their momentum.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sweet potato market in Uganda. 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 122 - Sweet potatoes

Country coverage:

Uganda

Data coverage:

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