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Western Africa: Papaya Market 2025

Papaya Market Size in Western Africa

The West African papaya market totaled $X in 2022, standing approx. at the previous year. The total consumption indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +7.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by -1.1% against 2020 indices. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2020; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Papaya Production in Western Africa

In value terms, papaya production expanded to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 137% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Nigeria (X tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of papaya production, accounting for 91% of total volume. Moreover, papaya production in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Mali (X tons), more than tenfold.

In Nigeria, papaya production increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the period from 2012-2022.

In 2022, the average papaya yield in Western Africa stood at X tons per ha, almost unchanged from the previous year. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 6.6% against the previous year. The level of yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2020; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The papaya harvested area declined modestly to X ha in 2022, reducing by -1.6% against the previous year's figure. Overall, the harvested area, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 4.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to papaya production attained the maximum at X ha in 2021, and then dropped slightly in the following year.

Papaya Exports

Exports in Western Africa

In 2022, approx. X tons of papayas were exported in Western Africa; reducing by -24.5% against the previous year's figure. Overall, exports, however, showed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 322% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2021, and then shrank notably in the following year.

In value terms, papaya exports reduced to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 317%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

Exports by Country

In 2022, Ghana (X tons) represented the key exporter of papayas in Western Africa, generating 98% of total export.

Ghana was also the fastest-growing in terms of the papayas exports, with a CAGR of +28.8% from 2012 to 2022. While the share of Ghana (+25 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Ghana ($X) also remains the largest papaya supplier in Western Africa.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Ghana totaled +21.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 13% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a perceptible shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 an increase of 43%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2022, the export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Ghana amounted to -5.9% per year.

Papaya Imports

Imports in Western Africa

For the eleventh consecutive year, Western Africa recorded growth in supplies from abroad of papayas, which increased by 238% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed a significant expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, papaya imports rose notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 62%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the one major importers of papayas, namely Burkina Faso, represented more than two-thirds of total import.

Burkina Faso was also the fastest-growing in terms of the papayas imports, with a CAGR of +137.0% from 2012 to 2022. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Burkina Faso increased by +97 percentage points, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Burkina Faso ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported papayas in Western Africa.

In Burkina Faso, papaya imports increased at an average annual rate of +91.9% over the period from 2012-2022.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Western Africa amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -66.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a significant decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 37%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Burkina Faso.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Burkina Faso amounted to -19.0% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Nigeria remains the largest papaya consuming country in Western Africa, accounting for 91% of total volume. Moreover, papaya consumption in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Mali, more than tenfold.
Nigeria remains the largest papaya producing country in Western Africa, comprising approx. 91% of total volume. Moreover, papaya production in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Mali, more than tenfold.
In value terms, Ghana remains the largest papaya supplier in Western Africa, comprising 97% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Cote d'Ivoire, with a 1.7% share of total exports.
In value terms, Cabo Verde constitutes the largest market for imported papayas in Western Africa, comprising 38% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Mali, with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by Niger, with a 16% share.
In 2021, the papaya export price in Western Africa amounted to $1,137 per ton, waning by -5.2% against the previous year.
The papaya import price in Western Africa stood at $1,299 per ton in 2021, increasing by 918% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the papaya 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 600 - Papayas

Country coverage:

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

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 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 Edition PRO

  3. 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. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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 Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
    3. HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY

  8. 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. 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. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • 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

  12. 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

  13. 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

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