Japan: Overview of the Market for Rape Or Colza Seed 2021

Market Size for Rape Or Colza Seed in Japan

The Japanese rape and colza seed market contracted markedly to $X in 2019, shrinking by -X% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2008 when the market value increased by X% y-o-y. Rape and colza seed consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, consumption failed to regain the momentum.

Production of Rape Or Colza Seed in Japan

In value terms, rape and colza seed production totaled $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Rape and colza seed production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2019, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

The average yield of rape or colza seed in Japan was estimated at X tonnes per ha in 2019, with an increase of X% against 2018 figures. Over the period under review, the yield indicated a moderate increase from 2007 to 2019: its figure increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last twelve-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2019 figures, rape and colza seed yield decreased by -X% against 2015 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the yield increased by X% y-o-y. As a result, the yield reached the peak level of X tonnes per ha. From 2016 to 2019, the growth of the average rape and colza seed yield failed to regain the momentum. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2019, the harvested area of rape or colza seed in Japan stood at X ha, with an increase of X% on the previous year. In general, the harvested area posted a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to rape and colza seed production attained the maximum in 2019 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports of Rape Or Colza Seed

Exports from Japan

Rape and colza seed exports from Japan amounted to X tonnes in 2019, remaining constant against the year before. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Exports peaked in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, rape and colza seed exports stood at $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, exports attained the peak figure in 2019 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

South Korea (X tonnes) was the main destination for rape and colza seed exports from Japan, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to South Korea was relatively modest.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to South Korea was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average rape and colza seed export price stood at $X per tonne in 2019, almost unchanged from the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The export price peaked in 2019 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for South Korea.

From 2007 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Korea amounted to X% per year.

Imports of Rape Or Colza Seed

Imports into Japan

In 2019, imports of rape or colza seed into Japan shrank to X tonnes, which is down by -X% on the previous year. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2010 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Imports peaked at X tonnes in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2019, imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, rape and colza seed imports fell dramatically to $X in 2019. Overall, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2008 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, imports failed to regain the momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2019, Canada (X tonnes) was the main supplier of rape and colza seed to Japan, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, rape and colza seed imports from Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Australia (X tonnes), more than tenfold.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume from Canada was relatively modest.

In value terms, Canada ($X) constituted the largest supplier of rape and colza seed to Japan, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Australia ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Canada was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average rape and colza seed import price stood at $X per tonne in 2019, with a decrease of -X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a mild curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 when the average import price increased by X% y-o-y. The import price peaked at $X per tonne in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Australia ($X per tonne), while the price for Canada stood at $X per tonne.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for rape or colza seed in the world?

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The countries with the highest volumes of rape and colza seed consumption in 2019 were China (18M tonnes), Canada (14M tonnes) and Germany (9.1M tonnes), together comprising 49% of global consumption. These countries were followed by India, France, Australia, the UK, Japan, Russia, Poland, the U.S., Romania and Belgium, which together accounted for a further 38%.

What are the largest producers of rape or colza seed in the world?

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The countries with the highest volumes of rape and colza seed production in 2019 were Canada (22M tonnes), China (13M tonnes) and India (8.5M tonnes), with a combined 55% share of global production. France, Australia, Ukraine, Germany, Poland, Russia, Romania, the UK, the U.S. and the Czech Republic lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 36%.

What are the leading suppliers of rape or colza seed to Japan?

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In value terms, Canada ($842M) constituted the largest supplier of rape and colza seed to Japan, comprising 94% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Australia ($49M), with a 5.5% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for rape or colza seed in Japan?

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The average rape and colza seed export price stood at $420 per tonne in 2019, approximately mirroring the previous year.

What is the average import price for rape or colza seed in Japan?

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The average rape and colza seed import price stood at $392 per tonne in 2019, with a decrease of -10.6% against the previous year.