Cameroon - Sweet Potato - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Sweet Potato Market Size in Cameroon
In 2023, after two years of growth, there was decline in the Cameroonian sweet potato market, when its value decreased by X% to $X. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated a temperate expansion from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, consumption increased by X% against 2019 indices. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2022, and then reduced in the following year.
Sweet Potato Production in Cameroon
In value terms, sweet potato production expanded to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a mild expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, production failed to regain momentum.
The average yield of sweet potatoes in Cameroon fell modestly to X tons per ha in 2023, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the yield, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the yield increased by X%. Over the period under review, the average sweet potato yield reached the peak level at X tons per ha in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, the 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 Cameroon contracted to X ha in 2023, falling by X% against the previous year's figure. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the harvested area increased by X%. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to sweet potato production attained the maximum at X ha in 2022, and then contracted in the following year.
Sweet Potato Exports
Exports from Cameroon
In 2023, approx. X tons of sweet potatoes were exported from Cameroon; jumping by X% against the previous year's figure. Overall, exports recorded a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, sweet potato exports soared to $X in 2023. In general, exports posted a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
Equatorial Guinea (X tons) was the main destination for sweet potato exports from Cameroon, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, sweet potato exports to Equatorial Guinea exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Gabon (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Central African Republic (X tons), with an X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Equatorial Guinea totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Gabon (X% per year) and Central African Republic (X% per year).
In value terms, Switzerland ($X), Central African Republic ($X) and the United States ($X) were the largest markets for sweet potato exported from Cameroon worldwide, together comprising X% of total exports.
The United States, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
The average sweet potato export price stood at $X per ton in 2023, leveling off at the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a pronounced setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Equatorial Guinea ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Switzerland (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Sweet Potato Imports
Imports into Cameroon
Sweet potato imports into Cameroon amounted to X kg in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year's figure. In general, imports enjoyed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, sweet potato imports totaled $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
In 2022, Brazil (X kg) was the main supplier of sweet potato to Cameroon, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.
From 2014 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Brazil was relatively modest.
In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sweet potatoes to Cameroon.
From 2014 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Brazil was relatively modest.
Import Prices by Country
The average sweet potato import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.
As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Brazil.
From 2014 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to X% per year.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sweet potato market in Cameroon. 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:
- Cameroon
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Cameroon
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Area Harvested, 2012–2023
- Yield, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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