Western Africa - Dates - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Date Market Size in Western Africa
The West African date market soared to $X in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. The total consumption indicated buoyant growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption increased by X% against 2020 indices. The level of consumption peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
Date Production in Western Africa
In value terms, date production rose markedly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.
The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Mauritania (X tons), Niger (X tons) and Benin (X tons), with a combined X% share of total production. Mali lagged somewhat behind, comprising a further X%.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of production, amongst the leading producing countries, was attained by Mali (with a CAGR of X%), while production for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In 2022, the average yield of dates in Western Africa reached X tons per ha, flattening at the year before. Overall, the yield, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the yield increased by X%. Over the period under review, the date yield attained the peak level at X tons per ha in 2013; 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.
In 2022, the harvested area of dates in Western Africa contracted modestly to X ha, therefore, remained relatively stable against 2021. Over the period under review, the harvested area, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the harvested area reached the peak level of X ha. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the date harvested area failed to regain momentum.
Date Exports
Exports in Western Africa
In 2022, date exports in Western Africa surged to X tons, picking up by X% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep downturn. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, date exports soared to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced shrinkage. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
Niger dominates exports structure, resulting at X tons, which was near X% of total exports in 2022. Togo (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
Exports from Niger decreased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022. Togo experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. While the share of Togo (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2022, the share of Niger (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.
In value terms, Niger ($X) remains the largest date supplier in Western Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Togo ($X), with a X% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Niger stood at X%.
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the export price in Western Africa amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Togo ($X per ton), while Niger stood at $X per ton.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Niger (X%).
Date Imports
Imports in Western Africa
In 2022, the amount of dates imported in Western Africa surged to X tons, increasing by X% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports showed a resilient expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, date imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.
Imports by Country
Niger prevails in imports structure, recording X tons, which was approx. X% of total imports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Senegal (X tons) and Nigeria (X tons), together committing a X% share of total imports. The following importers - Mauritania (X tons) and Cote d'Ivoire (X tons) - together made up X% of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to date imports into Niger stood at X%. At the same time, Senegal (X%), Cote d'Ivoire (X%), Nigeria (X%) and Mauritania (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Senegal emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Western Africa, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. Niger (X p.p.) and Senegal (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Nigeria and Mauritania saw its share reduced by X% and X% from 2012 to 2022, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, the largest date importing markets in Western Africa were Nigeria ($X), Niger ($X) and Mauritania ($X), with a combined X% share of total imports.
Mauritania, with a CAGR of X%, 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, reducing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a mild shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the import price increased by X% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Nigeria ($X per ton), while Niger ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mauritania (X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the date 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 577 - Dates
Country coverage:
- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
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
- 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
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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- 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
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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
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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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- 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
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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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