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Venezuela: Sweet Potato Market 2025

Sweet Potato Market Size in Venezuela

In 2021, the Venezuelan sweet potato market decreased by -0.9% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, the total consumption indicated a pronounced expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption increased by +22.3% against 2018 indices. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Sweet Potato Production in Venezuela

In value terms, sweet potato production soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated noticeable growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production increased by +65.7% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 36% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

The average yield of sweet potatoes in Venezuela shrank to X tons per ha in 2021, falling by -5.4% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, the yield recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 9.9%. As a result, the yield reached the peak level of X tons per ha. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the average sweet potato 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.

The sweet potato harvested area in Venezuela stood at X ha in 2021, picking up by 4.1% on the previous year's figure. In general, the total harvested area indicated resilient growth from 2012 to 2021: its figure increased at an average annual rate of +5.3% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, sweet potato harvested area increased by +35.9% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the harvested area increased by 40% against the previous year. As a result, the harvested area attained the peak level of X ha. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the sweet potato harvested area remained at a lower figure.

Sweet Potato Exports

Exports from Venezuela

In 2013, approx. X tons of sweet potatoes were exported from Venezuela; therefore, remained relatively stable against 2012. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked in 2013 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, sweet potato exports stood at $X in 2013. Overall, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2013 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Aruba (X kg) was the main destination for sweet potato exports from Venezuela, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Aruba totaled -40.2%.

In value terms, Aruba ($X) also remains the key foreign market for sweet potatoes exports from Venezuela.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Aruba amounted to -27.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sweet potato export price amounted to less than $X per ton, approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price decreased by 99.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Aruba amounted to +20.5% per year.

Sweet Potato Imports

Imports into Venezuela

In 2013, the amount of sweet potatoes imported into Venezuela fell remarkably to X kg, reducing by -99.7% on the year before. Over the period under review, imports recorded a sharp decrease. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012, and then plummeted in the following year.

In value terms, sweet potato imports shrank remarkably to $X in 2013. Overall, imports showed a precipitous shrinkage. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012, and then fell sharply in the following year.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons) and Brazil (X kg) were the main suppliers of sweet potato imports to Venezuela. Moreover, sweet potato imports in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Brazil, eightfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the United States (with a CAGR of +112.2%).

In value terms, the largest sweet potato suppliers to Venezuela were the United States ($X) and Brazil ($X).

Among the main suppliers, the United States, with a CAGR of +134.2%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sweet potato import price amounted to less than $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a sharp slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average import price decreased by -93.1%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 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 the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+8.0%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China constituted the country with the largest volume of sweet potato consumption, comprising approx. 55% of total volume. Moreover, sweet potato consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Malawi, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Tanzania, with a 4.6% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of sweet potato production, accounting for 56% of total volume. Moreover, sweet potato production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Malawi, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Tanzania, with a 4.6% share.
In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of sweet potato to Venezuela.
In value terms, Aruba $824) remains the key foreign market for sweet potato exports from Venezuela.
The average sweet potato export price stood at $547 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 4.9% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average sweet potato import price amounted to $359 per ton, with a decrease of -6.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sweet potato market in Venezuela. 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:

  • Venezuela

Data coverage:

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

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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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