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Banana And Plantain Market Size in Kenya
The Kenyan banana and plantain market expanded modestly to $X in 2022, surging by X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption posted a tangible expansion. Banana and plantain consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Banana And Plantain Production in Kenya
In value terms, banana and plantain production expanded modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production enjoyed a measured expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Banana and plantain production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.
In 2022, the average yield of bananas and plantains in Kenya rose modestly to X tons per ha, with an increase of X% on the year before. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the yield attained the peak level of X tons per ha. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the average banana and plantain yield remained at a lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.
The banana and plantain harvested area in Kenya dropped to X ha in 2022, which is down by X% on the previous year's figure. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X%. As a result, the harvested area attained the peak level of X ha. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the banana and plantain harvested area failed to regain momentum.
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Banana And Plantain Exports
Exports from Kenya
In 2022, shipments abroad of bananas and plantains decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons, and then declined sharply in the following year.
In value terms, banana and plantain exports fell to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a buoyant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
The United States (X tons) was the main destination for banana and plantain exports from Kenya, accounting for a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Somalia (X kg), with a X% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United States totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Somalia (X% per year) and Norway (X% per year).
In value terms, the United States ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for bananas and plantains exports from Kenya, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Somalia ($X), with a X% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Somalia (X% per year) and Norway (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
The average banana and plantain export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a pronounced setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Norway ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States ($X 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 Somalia (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.
Banana And Plantain Imports
Imports into Kenya
In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of bananas and plantains, when their volume decreased by X% to X kg. Overall, imports showed a precipitous decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then fell notably in the following year.
In value terms, banana and plantain imports fell sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a sharp setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2021, and then contracted notably in the following year.
Imports by Country
In 2022, Australia (X kg) was the main banana and plantain supplier to Kenya, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Australia was relatively modest.
In value terms, Australia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of bananas and plantains to Kenya.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Australia was relatively modest.
Import Prices by Country
The average banana and plantain import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by X% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated a pronounced expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price 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. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Australia.
From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Uganda amounted to X% per year.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the banana and plantain 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.
Product coverage:
- FCL 486 - Bananas
- FCL 489 - Plantains
Country coverage:
- Kenya
Data coverage:
- 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. 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
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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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
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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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
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- 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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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- 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
- 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 Of Origin, 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, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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