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Western Africa: Poppy Seed Market 2025

Poppy Seed Market Size in Western Africa

The West African poppy seed market expanded to $X in 2022, picking up by 4.7% against the previous year. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a temperate increase. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Poppy Seed Production in Western Africa

In value terms, poppy seed production expanded markedly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total production indicated noticeable growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.7% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by -4.8% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the production volume increased by 27% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2020; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Mali (X tons), Cote d'Ivoire (X tons) and Burkina Faso (X tons), with a combined 98% share of total production. These countries were followed by Niger, which accounted for a further 1.8%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Niger (with a CAGR of +3.1%), while production for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Poppy Seed Exports

Exports in Western Africa

In 2022, the amount of poppy seed exported in Western Africa totaled X kg, remaining stable against the previous year's figure. Overall, exports showed a significant contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 2,585% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, poppy seed exports rose remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded a significant decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 129% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2022, Niger (X kg), followed by Nigeria (X kg) represented the largest exporters of poppy seed, together mixing up 100% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Nigeria (with a CAGR of -33.3%).

In value terms, Niger ($X) remains the largest poppy seed supplier in Western Africa, comprising 75% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Nigeria ($X), with a 25% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Niger totaled -36.1%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Western Africa amounted to $X per ton, rising by 5.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed strong growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the export price increased by 1,302%. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the maximum in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Niger ($X per ton), while Nigeria totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Niger (+14.7%).

Poppy Seed Imports

Imports in Western Africa

After two years of decline, purchases abroad of poppy seed increased by 40% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports enjoyed buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 98%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, poppy seed imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports posted a temperate expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 107%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

Burkina Faso (X kg), Benin (X kg), Nigeria (X kg), Senegal (X kg), Togo (X kg) and Cabo Verde (X kg) represented roughly 89% of total imports in 2022. Mali (X kg) and Gambia (X kg) took a relatively small share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Togo (with a CAGR of +47.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Benin ($X), Nigeria ($X) and Senegal ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together accounting for 56% of total imports.

Senegal, with a CAGR of +41.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Western Africa amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -1.9% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a perceptible descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 17% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Mali ($X per ton), while Togo ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mali (+2.3%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for poppy seed in Western Africa?

The country with the largest volume of poppy seed consumption was Mali, accounting for 99% of total volume.

What are the largest producers of poppy seed in Western Africa?

The country with the largest volume of poppy seed production was Mali, comprising approx. 98% of total volume.

What are the leading exporters of poppy seed in Western Africa?

In value terms, Cote d'Ivoire remains the largest poppy seed supplier in Western Africa, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Nigeria, with a 30% share of total exports.

What are the leading importers of poppy seed in Western Africa?

In value terms, Mali constitutes the largest market for imported poppy seed in Western Africa, comprising 42% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Ghana, with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by Cabo Verde, with a 14% share.

What is the average export price for poppy seed in Western Africa?

The poppy seed export price in Western Africa stood at $1,020 per ton in 2020, approximately equating the previous year.

What is the average import price for poppy seed in Western Africa?

In 2020, the poppy seed import price in Western Africa amounted to $4,057 per ton, with a decrease of -22.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the poppy seed 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 296 - Poppy seed

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