Kenya - Honey - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Honey Price in Kenya - 2021

Contents:

  1. Honey Price in Kenya (FOB) - 2022
  2. Honey Price in Kenya (CIF) - 2022
  3. Honey Exports in Kenya
  4. Honey Imports in Kenya

Honey Price in Kenya (FOB) - 2022

The average honey export price stood at $4,063 per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -26.5% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated modest growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 68%. The export price peaked at $5,526 per ton in 2021, and then declined markedly in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($8,337 per ton), while the average price for exports to Democratic Republic of the Congo ($1,648 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (+10.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Honey Price in Kenya (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average honey import price amounted to $1,806 per ton, surging by 13% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 15%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $3,477 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Australia ($8,319 per ton), while the price for Tanzania ($431 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (+7.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Honey Exports in Kenya

In 2022, the amount of honey exported from Kenya expanded rapidly to 1.2 tons, with an increase of 15% compared with 2021. Overall, exports, however, recorded a sharp shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 120%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 109 tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, honey exports declined notably to $5K in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a significant decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 100%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $496K. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Export of Honey in Kenya (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Djibouti11141.92.11.8-74.7%
Somalia26.157.61.30.8-68.7%
United States67.174.60.10.7-78.1%
Uganda9.854.30.50.4-65.6%
Oman5.612.20.30.2-67.1%
Democratic Republic of the Congo2.11.20.30.2-54.3%
South Sudan5.919.70.30.2-67.6%
IndiaN/A191N/AN/A0%
Others20.843.31.10.7-67.7%
Total2494965.95.0-72.8%

Top Export Markets for Honey from Kenya in 2022:

  1. Djibouti (355.0 kg)
  2. Somalia (214.0 kg)
  3. Uganda (169.0 kg)
  4. Democratic Republic of the Congo (108.0 kg)
  5. United States (83.0 kg)
  6. Oman (77.0 kg)
  7. South Sudan (41.0 kg)

Honey Imports in Kenya

In 2022, honey imports into Kenya contracted notably to 401 tons, waning by -30.7% compared with the year before. In general, imports, however, recorded prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 147%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 580 tons, and then dropped remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, honey imports fell dramatically to $725K in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a perceptible expansion from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +39.5% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 79%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $930K, and then reduced sharply in the following year.

Import of Honey in Kenya (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Egypt2883063423355.2%
Australia11857.224.076.3-13.5%
Tanzania10913.918452.8-21.5%
United Arab Emirates38.730.094.952.010.3%
China16.45.216.845.740.7%
Singapore4.22.320.531.696.0%
Iran8.03.442.723.443.0%
Others69.810220510916.0%
Total6525209307253.6%

Top Suppliers of Honey to Kenya in 2022:

  1. Tanzania (122.6 tons)
  2. Egypt (93.4 tons)
  3. United Arab Emirates (84.6 tons)
  4. China (34.8 tons)
  5. Iran (24.4 tons)
  6. Singapore (13.4 tons)
  7. Australia (9.2 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the honey market in Kenya. 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.

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  • Kenya

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  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Kenya
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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  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. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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  5. 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
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  6. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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