SADC - Lentils - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Lentil Market Size in SADC
The SADC lentil market skyrocketed to $X in 2023, with an increase of X% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.
Lentil Production in SADC
In value terms, lentil production expanded modestly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total output value 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 in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2023, production growth failed to regain momentum.
Tanzania (X tons) remains the largest lentil producing country in SADC, comprising approx. X% of total volume. Moreover, lentil production in Tanzania exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Malawi (X tons), sevenfold. Madagascar (X tons) ranked third in terms of total production with a X% share.
In Tanzania, lentil production increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Malawi (X% per year) and Madagascar (X% per year).
The average lentil yield soared to X tons per ha in 2023, picking up by X% compared with the previous year. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the yield attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.
In 2023, approx. X ha of lentils were harvested in SADC; growing 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 in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of harvested area peaked at X ha in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.
Lentil Exports
Exports in SADC
In 2023, the amount of lentils exported in SADC surged to X tons, picking up by X% on the year before. Overall, exports continue to indicate buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, lentil exports skyrocketed to $X in 2023. In general, exports enjoyed a buoyant increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Exports by Country
Tanzania was the key exporting country with an export of about X tons, which reached X% of total exports. Malawi (X tons) held the second position in the ranking, followed by South Africa (X tons). All these countries together took near X% share of total exports. Mauritius (X tons) took a relatively small share of total exports.
Tanzania was also the fastest-growing in terms of the lentils exports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2023. South Africa (X%), Mauritius (X%) and Malawi (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2023, the share of Tanzania increased by X percentage points.
In value terms, Tanzania ($X) remains the largest lentil supplier in SADC, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Malawi ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by South Africa, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Tanzania totaled X%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Malawi (X% per year) and South Africa (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the export price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, jumping by X% against the previous year. Export price indicated prominent growth from 2012 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mauritius ($X per ton), while Tanzania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mauritius (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Lentil Imports
Imports in SADC
In 2023, supplies from abroad of lentils increased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2020, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by X%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2023, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, lentil imports reduced modestly to $X in 2023. Total imports indicated pronounced growth 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, imports increased by X% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by X%. The level of import peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
South Africa was the largest importing country with an import of around X tons, which accounted for X% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Mauritius (X tons) and Seychelles (X tons), together creating a X% share of total imports. Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
South Africa experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of imports of lentils. At the same time, Democratic Republic of the Congo (X%) and Seychelles (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Democratic Republic of the Congo emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in SADC, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. By contrast, Mauritius (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Democratic Republic of the Congo (X p.p.), Seychelles (X p.p.) and South Africa (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2023, the share of Mauritius (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.
In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported lentils in SADC, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Mauritius ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Seychelles, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value in South Africa amounted to X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Mauritius (X% per year) and Seychelles (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The import price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2023, waning by X% against the previous year. Import price indicated a temperate increase from 2012 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, lentil import price increased by X% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2022, and then dropped slightly in the following year.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Mauritius ($X per ton), while South Africa ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mauritius (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lentil market in SADC. 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 201 - Lentils, dry
Country coverage:
- Angola
- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in SADC, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in SADC
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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- 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
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- 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 VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
- HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- 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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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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, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 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
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2023
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
- Yield, By Country, 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, 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, 2012–2023
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