Germany: Cassava Market Overview 2021

Cassava Market Size in Germany

In 2019, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the German cassava market, when its value increased by X% to $X. In general, consumption enjoyed a significant expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Cassava Production in Germany

In value terms, cassava production expanded sharply to $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. Over the period under review, the total production indicated a slight increase from 2007 to 2019: its value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last twelve years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2019 figures, production increased by +X% against 2010 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by X% y-o-y. Cassava production peaked in 2019 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In 2019, the average yield of cassava in Germany stood at X kg per ha, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, the yield continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The cassava harvested area in Germany amounted to X ha in 2019, remaining stable against 2018 figures. Overall, the harvested area recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

Cassava Exports

Exports from Germany

After six years of growth, shipments abroad of cassava decreased by -X% to X tonnes in 2019. Overall, exports recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by X% year-to-year. As a result, exports attained the peak of X tonnes, and then contracted rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, cassava exports reduced dramatically to $X in 2019. In general, exports recorded a abrupt slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X% year-to-year. As a result, exports attained the peak of $X, and then plummeted in the following year.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tonnes), Belgium (X tonnes) and Denmark (X tonnes) were the main destinations of cassava exports from Germany, together comprising X% of total exports. These countries were followed by the Czech Republic, Sweden, Italy, Austria and Ireland, which together accounted for a further X 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Ireland, while exports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Spain ($X), the Czech Republic ($X) and Italy ($X) constituted the largest markets for cassava exported from Germany worldwide, with a combined X% share of total exports.

The Czech Republic recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of 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 cassava export price stood at $X per tonne in 2019, waning by -X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a noticeable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price increased by X% year-to-year. The export price peaked at $X per tonne in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2019, export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was the Czech Republic ($X per tonne), while the average price for exports to Belgium ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Sweden, while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cassava Imports

Imports into Germany

In 2019, the amount of cassava imported into Germany soared to X tonnes, jumping by X% on the year before. Overall, imports continue to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2019 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, cassava imports soared to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, imports posted a significant increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tonnes), Thailand (X tonnes) and Belgium (X tonnes) were the main suppliers of cassava imports to Germany, with a combined X% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Costa Rica, Viet Nam, India and Togo, which together accounted for a further X 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Togo (+X% per year), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cassava to Germany, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Costa Rica ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Thailand, with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value from the Netherlands totaled +X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Costa Rica (+X% per year) and Thailand (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average cassava import price stood at $X per tonne in 2019, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2019, it increased at an average annual rate of +X%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2008 when the average import price increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum in 2019 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Costa Rica ($X per tonne), while the price for Togo ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands, while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cassava in the world?

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The countries with the highest volumes of cassava consumption in 2019 were Nigeria (59M tonnes), Democratic Republic of the Congo (40M tonnes) and Thailand (31M tonnes), with a combined 42% share of global consumption. Ghana, Brazil, China, Indonesia, Viet Nam, Angola, Tanzania, Cameroon, Cambodia and Malawi lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 38%.

What are the largest producers of cassava in the world?

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The countries with the highest volumes of cassava production in 2019 were Nigeria (59M tonnes), Democratic Republic of the Congo (40M tonnes) and Thailand (31M tonnes), with a combined 42% share of global production. Ghana, Brazil, Indonesia, Cambodia, Viet Nam, China, Angola, Tanzania, Cameroon and Malawi lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 38%.

What are the leading suppliers of cassava to Germany?

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In value terms, the Netherlands ($2.1M) constituted the largest supplier of cassava to Germany, comprising 41% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Costa Rica ($730K), with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Thailand, with a 14% share.

What are the leading importers of cassava from Germany?

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In value terms, the largest markets for cassava exported from Germany were Spain ($21K), the Czech Republic ($12K) and Italy ($8K), with a combined 61% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for cassava in Germany?

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The average cassava export price stood at $1,905 per tonne in 2019, dropping by -2.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cassava in Germany?

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The average cassava import price stood at $1,871 per tonne in 2019, growing by 12% against the previous year.