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Malaysia: Sugar Cane Market 2024

Sugar Cane Market Size in Malaysia

In 2022, the Malaysian sugar cane market increased by X% to $X, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. In general, consumption, however, saw a precipitous slump. Sugar cane consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Sugar Cane Production in Malaysia

In value terms, sugar cane production rose notably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, faced a sharp setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Sugar cane production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

In 2022, the average sugar cane yield in Malaysia was estimated at X tons per ha, surging by X% against 2021 figures. Over the period under review, the yield, however, showed a abrupt downturn. Over the period under review, the average sugar cane yield attained the peak level at X tons per ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the 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 sugar cane harvested area in Malaysia contracted to X ha in 2022, waning by X% against the previous year. Overall, the harvested area recorded a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the harvested area increased by X% against the previous year. The sugar cane harvested area peaked at X ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.

Sugar Cane Exports

Exports from Malaysia

For the third consecutive year, Malaysia recorded decline in shipments abroad of sugar cane, which decreased by X% to X tons in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a noticeable setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sugar cane exports declined to $X in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2013 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then shrank in the following year.

Exports by Country

Singapore (X tons) was the main destination for sugar cane exports from Malaysia, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Singapore totaled X%.

In value terms, Singapore ($X) also remains the key foreign market for sugar cane exports from Malaysia.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Singapore amounted to X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sugar cane export price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a notable expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then dropped modestly in the following year.

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

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

Sugar Cane Imports

Imports into Malaysia

Sugar cane imports into Malaysia skyrocketed to X tons in 2022, with an increase of X% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports saw a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sugar cane imports rose remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of sugar cane to Malaysia, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, sugar cane imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X tons), fourfold.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to X%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sugar cane to Malaysia, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China stood at X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sugar cane import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for India stood at $X per ton.

From 2013 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Thailand (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sugar cane in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were Brazil, India and China, with a combined 66% share of global consumption. Thailand, Pakistan, Mexico, Colombia, Indonesia, the United States and Australia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 19%.

What are the largest producers of sugar cane in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Brazil, India and China, with a combined 66% share of global production. Thailand, Pakistan, Mexico, Colombia, Indonesia and the United States lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 17%.

What are the leading suppliers of sugar cane to Malaysia?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of sugar cane to Malaysia, comprising 83% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India, with a 17% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sugar cane from Malaysia?

In value terms, Singapore remains the key foreign market for sugar cane exports from Malaysia.

What is the average export price for sugar cane in Malaysia?

In 2022, the average sugar cane export price amounted to $417 per ton, waning by -2.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sugar cane in Malaysia?

In 2022, the average sugar cane import price amounted to $933 per ton, with a decrease of -24.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sugar cane market in Malaysia. 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 156 - Sugar cane

Country coverage:

Malaysia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Malaysia
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
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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. 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