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Western Africa: Hazelnut Market 2025

Hazelnut Market Size in Western Africa

The West African hazelnut market shrank to $X in 2021, waning by -12.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption saw a noticeable reduction. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Hazelnut Production in Western Africa

In value terms, hazelnut production fell slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the production volume increased by 4,625%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2021, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Niger (X tons) remains the largest hazelnut producing country in Western Africa, comprising approx. 55% of total volume. Moreover, hazelnut production in Niger exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Togo (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Ghana (X tons), with a 16% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in Niger totaled +4.3%. The remaining producing countries recorded the following average annual rates of production growth: Togo (+2.0% per year) and Ghana (+40.2% per year).

Hazelnut Exports

Exports in Western Africa

Hazelnut exports skyrocketed to X tons in 2021, jumping by 43% compared with the previous year. Overall, exports showed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 41,727%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, hazelnut exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 8,160% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Niger was the main exporting country with an export of around X tons, which finished at 73% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Ghana (X tons), creating a 26% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to hazelnut exports from Niger stood at +50.1%. At the same time, Ghana (+314.3%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Ghana emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Western Africa, with a CAGR of +314.3% from 2012-2021. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Ghana increased by +26 percentage points.

In value terms, Ghana ($X) emerged as the largest hazelnut supplier in Western Africa, comprising 81% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Niger ($X), with an 18% share of total exports.

In Ghana, hazelnut exports increased at an average annual rate of +740.1% over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 199% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Ghana ($X per ton), while Niger stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ghana (+102.7%).

Hazelnut Imports

Imports in Western Africa

In 2021, hazelnut imports in Western Africa shrank rapidly to X tons, reducing by -59.4% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 770%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, hazelnut imports shrank remarkably to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 935% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the three major importers of hazelnuts, namely Niger, Senegal and Ghana, represented more than two-thirds of total import. It was distantly followed by Cabo Verde (X kg), creating a 6.8% share of total imports. Liberia (X kg), Cote d'Ivoire (X kg) and Nigeria (X kg) took a little share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Cabo Verde (with a CAGR of +74.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Niger ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported hazelnuts in Western Africa, comprising 42% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Ghana ($X), with a 21% share of total imports. It was followed by Senegal, with a 15% share.

In Niger, hazelnut imports expanded at an average annual rate of +70.1% over the period from 2012-2021. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Ghana (+59.1% per year) and Senegal (+29.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 86% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a resilient expansion. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Cabo Verde ($X per ton), while Liberia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Nigeria (+24.2%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for hazelnuts in Western Africa?

Senegal constituted the country with the largest volume of hazelnut consumption, accounting for 40% of total volume. Moreover, hazelnut consumption in Senegal exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Cote d'Ivoire, twofold. Ghana ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 17% share.

What are the leading importers of hazelnuts in Western Africa?

In value terms, the largest hazelnut importing markets in Western Africa were Niger, Cabo Verde and Senegal, together accounting for 72% of total imports.

What is the average export price for hazelnuts in Western Africa?

In 2019, the hazelnut export price in Western Africa amounted to $1,143 per ton, waning by -61.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for hazelnuts in Western Africa?

In 2020, the hazelnut import price in Western Africa amounted to $3,124 per ton, approximately equating the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the hazelnut market in Western Africa. 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 225 - Hazelnuts (Filberts)

Country coverage:

Benin
Burkina Faso
Cabo Verde
Gambia
Ghana
Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
Liberia
Mali
Mauritania
Niger
Nigeria
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
Senegal
Sierra Leone
Togo
Cote d'Ivoire

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Western Africa
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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 VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
3. HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
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, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
13. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Yield And Growth
12. Exports And Growth
13. Export Prices And Growth
14. Market Size And Growth
15. Per Capita Consumption
16. Imports And Growth
17. Import Prices
18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
20. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
21. Yield, 2012–2024
22. Production, By Country, 2024
23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
24. Harvested Area, By Country, 2024
25. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
38. Export Prices, 2012–2024