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Kenya: Yams Market 2024

Yams Market Size in Kenya

The Kenyan yams market fell to $X in 2022, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Yams Production in Kenya

In value terms, yams production contracted markedly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate modest growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

The average yield of yams in Kenya reduced to X tons per ha in 2022, waning by X% on 2021. In general, the yield showed a perceptible descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the yield increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the yield reached the peak level of X tons per ha. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the average yams 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.

In 2022, the total area harvested in terms of yams production in Kenya was estimated at X ha, approximately mirroring the previous year's figure. Overall, the total harvested area indicated a modest expansion from 2012 to 2022: its figure 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. Based on 2022 figures, yams harvested area decreased by X% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of X%. As a result, the harvested area reached the peak level of X ha. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the yams harvested area remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Yams Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2022, yams exports from Kenya skyrocketed to X tons, jumping by X% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, exports, however, recorded a perceptible downturn. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, yams exports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a abrupt setback. The exports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Somalia (X tons) was the main destination for yams exports from Kenya, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2015 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Somalia amounted to X%.

In value terms, Somalia ($X) also remains the key foreign market for yams exports from Kenya.

From 2015 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Somalia totaled X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average yams export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt slump. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2015 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Somalia amounted to X% per year.

Yams Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2022, supplies from abroad of yams decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, yams imports contracted markedly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Nigeria (X tons) was the main yams supplier to Kenya, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Nigeria was relatively modest.

In value terms, Nigeria ($X) constituted the largest supplier of yams to Kenya.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Nigeria was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average yams import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a mild contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of X%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Nigeria.

From 2013 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Uganda amounted to X% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for yams in the world?

Nigeria remains the largest yams consuming country worldwide, accounting for 68% of total volume. Moreover, yams consumption in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Ghana, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Cote d'Ivoire, with a 10% share.

What are the largest producers of yams in the world?

The country with the largest volume of yams production was Nigeria, accounting for 67% of total volume. Moreover, yams production in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Ghana, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Cote d'Ivoire, with a 10% share.

What are the leading suppliers of yams to Kenya?

In value terms, Nigeria constituted the largest supplier of yams to Kenya.

What are the leading importers of yams from Kenya?

In value terms, Somalia remains the key foreign market for yams exports from Kenya.

What is the average export price for yams in Kenya?

In 2022, the average yams export price amounted to $2,408 per ton, rising by 57% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for yams in Kenya?

In 2022, the average yams import price amounted to $1,087 per ton, rising by 2.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the yams 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 137 - Yams

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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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. 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. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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. 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. 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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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