India - Maize - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Maize Price in India - 2023

Contents:

  1. Maize Price in India (FOB) - 2023
  2. Maize Price in India (CIF) - 2022
  3. Maize Exports in India
  4. Maize Imports in India

Maize Price in India (FOB) - 2023

The average maize export price stood at $278 per ton in July 2023, growing by 5.2% against the previous month. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a mild slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2023 an increase of 11% m-o-m. The export price peaked at $381 per ton in September 2022; however, from October 2022 to July 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In July 2023, the countries with the highest prices were Sri Lanka ($346 per ton) and Malaysia ($301 per ton), while the average price for exports to Nepal ($248 per ton) and Vietnam ($272 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From July 2022 to July 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Sri Lanka (0.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Maize Price in India (CIF) - 2022

The average maize import price stood at $624 per ton in 2022, with an increase of 7% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a mild decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 109% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $1,018 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were Ukraine ($871 per ton) and the United States ($756 per ton), while the price for Turkey ($585 per ton) and South Africa ($613 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ukraine (+28.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Maize Exports in India

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was decline in shipments abroad of maize, when their volume decreased by -4.7% to 3.4M tons. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 360% against the previous year.

In value terms, maize exports skyrocketed to $1.1B in 2022. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 171%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Export of Maize in India (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Bangladesh13.7234349576247.7%
Vietnam1.28.3311235480.7%
Nepal83.811213412714.9%
Malaysia0.11.867.766.4772.4%
Sri Lanka0.2N/A4.346.8516.2%
Others44.933.070.167.414.5%
Total1443899361,11898.0%

Top Export Markets for Maize from India in 2022:

  1. Bangladesh (1781.0K tons)
  2. Vietnam (784.0K tons)
  3. Nepal (418.4K tons)
  4. Malaysia (223.7K tons)
  5. Sri Lanka (139.9K tons)

Maize Imports in India

For the third year in a row, India recorded decline in supplies from abroad of maize, which decreased by -23.9% to 19K tons in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a precipitous shrinkage.

In value terms, maize imports fell remarkably to $12M in 2022. Overall, imports showed a precipitous setback. The smallest decline of -15.4% was in 2020.

Import of Maize in India (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
South Africa4.83.88.17.817.6%
Argentina1.92.52.31.8-1.8%
United States2.30.92.70.9-26.9%
Brazil3.53.20.50.7-41.5%
TurkeyN/AN/AN/A0.30%
Singapore0.210.3N/AN/A5050.0%
Myanmar13.042.00.5N/A-80.4%
Ukraine50.5N/AN/AN/A0%
Others0.31.80.1N/A-42.3%
Total76.564.714.211.6-46.7%

Top Suppliers of Maize to India in 2022:

  1. Ukraine (undefinedK tons)
  2. South Africa (12.8K tons)
  3. Argentina (2.8K tons)
  4. United States (1.3K tons)
  5. Brazil (1.1K tons)
  6. Turkey (0.6K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the maize market in India. 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 56 - Maize

Country coverage:

  • India

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in India
  • 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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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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
  4. 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. 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. 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, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
  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. Yield And Growth
    16. Exports And Growth
    17. Export Prices And Growth
    18. Market Size And Growth
    19. Per Capita Consumption
    20. Imports And Growth
    21. Import Prices
    22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
    25. Yield, 2012–2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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