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Uruguay: Quinoa Market 2025

Quinoa Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan quinoa market reduced sharply to $X in 2021, declining by -41.2% 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). Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a significant expansion. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then reduced remarkably in the following year.

Quinoa Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2021, the amount of quinoa exported from Uruguay dropped markedly to X kg, falling by -23.4% compared with 2020 figures. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted a resilient increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 149%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X kg. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, quinoa exports contracted sharply to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, saw a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 137%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Paraguay (X kg) was the main destination for quinoa exports from Uruguay, with a 93% share of total exports. Moreover, quinoa exports to Paraguay exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, France (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2017 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Paraguay stood at +6.9%.

In value terms, Paraguay ($X) remains the key foreign market for quinoa exports from Uruguay, comprising 89% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by France ($X), with a 5.3% share of total exports.

From 2017 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Paraguay totaled +9.3%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average quinoa export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 4% against the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.2%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price increased by 10%. The export price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Paraguay totaled $X per ton.

From 2017 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Paraguay (+2.2%).

Quinoa Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2021, approx. X tons of quinoa were imported into Uruguay; with a decrease of -32.3% on 2020 figures. In general, imports, however, saw significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 295%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, quinoa imports reduced notably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, recorded a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 319%. Imports peaked at $X in 2020, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Peru (X tons) was the main supplier of quinoa to Uruguay, with a 97% share of total imports. It was followed by Belgium (X kg), with a 0.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Peru stood at +37.5%.

In value terms, Peru ($X) constituted the largest supplier of quinoa to Uruguay, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with a 0.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Peru totaled +32.1%.

Import Prices by Country

The average quinoa import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, falling by -17.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a noticeable shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 12%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the price for Peru stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (-3.0%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of quinoa consumption in 2020 were Peru, Bolivia and the U.S., with a combined 68% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Canada, Germany, France, the UK and Ecuador, which together accounted for a further 14%.
The countries with the highest volumes of quinoa production in 2020 were Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador, together accounting for 97% of global production.
In value terms, Peru constituted the largest supplier of quinoa to Uruguay.
In value terms, Paraguay remains the key foreign market for quinoa exports from Uruguay.
In 2020, the average quinoa export price amounted to $3,966 per ton, which is down by -4.6% against the previous year.
In 2020, the average quinoa import price amounted to $2,109 per ton, which is down by -6.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the quinoa market in Uruguay. 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:

  • Uruguay

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Uruguay
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
    11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
    12. Exports and Growth, by Product
    13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
    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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Harvested Area: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012-2024
    32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012-2024

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