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United Kingdom: Quinoa Market 2025

Quinoa Market Size in the UK

In 2021, the UK quinoa market decreased by -43.1% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, consumption, however, showed strong growth. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Quinoa Exports

Exports from the UK

In 2021, approx. X tons of quinoa were exported from the UK; reducing by -57% against 2020. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 162% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, quinoa exports declined dramatically to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, posted a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 252%. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Ireland (X tons) was the main destination for quinoa exports from the UK, with a 45% share of total exports. Moreover, quinoa exports to Ireland exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, France (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by Qatar (X tons), with a 5.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Ireland amounted to +19.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: France (+160.1% per year) and Qatar (+182.8% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for quinoa exported from the UK were Ireland ($X), France ($X) and Qatar ($X), with a combined 68% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Qatar, with a CAGR of +176.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average quinoa export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 3% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a pronounced downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 35% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Qatar ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Poland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Iceland (+2.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Quinoa Imports

Imports into the UK

In 2021, purchases abroad of quinoa decreased by -40.5% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 86% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, quinoa imports contracted dramatically to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 213% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Peru (X tons) constituted the largest quinoa supplier to the UK, accounting for a 73% share of total imports. Moreover, quinoa imports from Peru exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, France (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Ireland (X tons), with a 5.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Peru totaled +23.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (+7.2% per year) and Ireland (+59.5% per year).

In value terms, Peru ($X) constituted the largest supplier of quinoa to the UK, comprising 58% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by France ($X), with an 11% share of total imports. It was followed by Ireland, with an 8.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Peru amounted to +26.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (+7.7% per year) and Ireland (+49.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average quinoa import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -12.9% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded modest growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 68% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, 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 France ($X per ton), while the price for Peru ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+3.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for quinoa in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of quinoa consumption in 2020 were Peru, Bolivia and the U.S., together comprising 68% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Canada, Germany, France, the UK and Ecuador, which together accounted for a further 14%.

What are the largest producers of quinoa in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of quinoa production in 2020 were Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador, together accounting for 97% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of quinoa to the UK?

In value terms, Peru, Ireland and France constituted the largest quinoa suppliers to the UK, together accounting for 77% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of quinoa from the UK?

In value terms, Ireland remains the key foreign market for quinoa exports from the UK, comprising 36% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France, with a 17% share of total exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 9.7% share.

What is the average export price for quinoa in the UK?

In 2020, the average quinoa export price amounted to $3,202 per ton, with a decrease of -2.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for quinoa in the UK?

In 2020, the average quinoa import price amounted to $2,873 per ton, picking up by 2.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the quinoa market in the UK. 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 92 - Quinoa

Country coverage:

United Kingdom

Data coverage:

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