Turkey: Barley Market Overview 2021

Barley Market Size in Turkey

In 2020, the Turkish barley market increased by X% to $X, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, the total consumption indicated a measured increase from 2007 to 2020: its value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last thirteen years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2020 figures, consumption increased by +X% against 2017 indices. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Barley Production in Turkey

In value terms, barley production skyrocketed to $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. Over the period under review, production enjoyed buoyant growth. As a result, production reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

The average yield of barley in Turkey amounted to X tonnes per ha in 2020, surging by X% compared with the previous year. Overall, the yield saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the yield increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, the average barley yield reached the peak level at X tonnes per ha in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2020, 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 barley harvested area in Turkey dropped slightly to X ha in 2020, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year's figure. Overall, the harvested area, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the harvested area increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to barley production attained the maximum at X ha in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2020, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.

Barley Exports

Exports from Turkey

In 2020, shipments abroad of barley decreased by -X% to X tonnes for the first time since 2017, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, exports saw a sharp curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2012 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Exports peaked at X tonnes in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, barley exports contracted notably to $X in 2020. In general, exports recorded a significant curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2012 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Exports peaked at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Cyprus (X tonnes) was the main destination for barley exports from Turkey, accounting for a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Azerbaijan (X tonnes), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Cyprus amounted to -X%.

In value terms, Cyprus ($X) remains the key foreign market for barley exports from Turkey, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Azerbaijan ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Cyprus stood at -X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average barley export price stood at $X per tonne in 2020, which is down by -X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per tonne in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, export prices failed to regain the momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Azerbaijan ($X per tonne), while the average price for exports to Cyprus totaled $X per tonne.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Cyprus.

Barley Imports

Imports into Turkey

In 2020, purchases abroad of barley decreased by -X% to X tonnes, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports, however, showed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. Imports peaked at X tonnes in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, barley imports surged to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. Imports peaked in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

Russia (X tonnes), Ukraine (X tonnes) and France (X tonnes) were the main suppliers of barley imports to Turkey, together comprising X% of total imports. These countries were followed by Hungary and Denmark, which together accounted for a further X 2007 to 2020, the biggest increases were in Hungary (+X% per year), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Russia ($X), Ukraine ($X) and France ($X) constituted the largest barley suppliers to Turkey, together accounting for X% of total imports. Denmark and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X (+X% per year) saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the average barley import price amounted to $X per tonne, increasing by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2011 when the average import price increased by X% y-o-y. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per tonne. From 2012 to 2020, the growth in terms of the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2020, the countries with the highest prices were France ($X per tonne) and Denmark ($X per tonne), while the price for Ukraine ($X per tonne) and Hungary ($X per tonne) were amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France, while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for barley in the world?

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The countries with the highest volumes of barley consumption in 2020 were Russia (17M tonnes), Germany (11M tonnes) and China (8.9M tonnes), with a combined 23% share of global consumption. Turkey, Spain, Canada, France, Iran, the UK, Argentina, Australia, Ukraine and Saudi Arabia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 40%.

What are the largest producers of barley in the world?

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The countries with the highest volumes of barley production in 2020 were Russia (21M tonnes), France (14M tonnes) and Germany (12M tonnes), together comprising 29% of global production. Canada, Australia, Ukraine, the UK, Turkey, Spain, Argentina, Kazakhstan, Denmark and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 44%.

What are the leading suppliers of barley to Turkey?

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In value terms, Russia ($61M), Ukraine ($47M) and France ($18M) were the largest barley suppliers to Turkey, together accounting for 90% of total imports. Denmark and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 9.3%.

What are the leading importers of barley from Turkey?

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In value terms, Cyprus ($234K) remains the key foreign market for barley exports from Turkey, comprising 95% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Azerbaijan ($6.2K), with a 2.5% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for barley in Turkey?

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In 2020, the average barley export price amounted to $246 per tonne, declining by -2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for barley in Turkey?

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The average barley import price stood at $260 per tonne in 2020, growing by 38% against the previous year.