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South Africa - Maize - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Contents:
- Maize Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2022
- Maize Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
- Maize Exports in South Africa
- Maize Imports in South Africa
Maize Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2022
In 2022, the average maize export price amounted to $324 per ton, surging by 33% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The export price peaked at $346 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($373 per ton), while the average price for exports to Botswana ($240 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 Vietnam (+8.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Maize Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
In 2022, the average maize import price amounted to $1,174 per ton, with an increase of 35% against the previous year. In general, the import price enjoyed buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 390% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($1,555 per ton), while the price for Swaziland ($54 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ukraine (+2.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.
Maize Exports in South Africa
Maize exports from South Africa expanded notably to 3.7M tons in 2022, increasing by 12% on the previous year's figure. Overall, exports enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 99% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.
In value terms, maize exports surged to $1.2B in 2022. Over the period under review, exports posted significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 102% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.
Export of Maize in South Africa (Million USD) | |||||
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COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
Taiwan (Chinese) | 0.1 | 50.7 | 93.9 | 300 | 1342.2% |
Japan | 0.2 | 28.2 | 180 | 229 | 946.2% |
Vietnam | 0.7 | 27.0 | 62.2 | 176 | 531.2% |
South Korea | 1.0 | 65.7 | 90.9 | 77.5 | 326.4% |
Italy | 8.0 | 8.4 | 40.7 | 69.0 | 105.1% |
Mexico | N/A | N/A | N/A | 61.2 | 0% |
Botswana | 47.4 | 54.9 | 59.1 | 59.7 | 8.0% |
Swaziland | 28.0 | 35.5 | 38.0 | 42.9 | 15.3% |
Namibia | 46.5 | 35.7 | 36.5 | 40.0 | -4.9% |
Mozambique | 35.2 | 50.7 | 32.4 | 30.8 | -4.4% |
Lesotho | 12.0 | 14.2 | 18.1 | 24.4 | 26.7% |
Zimbabwe | 10.2 | 147 | 62.5 | 5.0 | -21.2% |
Others | 90.8 | 48.2 | 95.4 | 98.1 | 2.6% |
Total | 280 | 566 | 810 | 1,214 | 63.1% |
Top Export Markets for Maize from South Africa in 2022:
- Taiwan (Chinese) (925.4K tons)
- Japan (711.3K tons)
- Vietnam (531.8K tons)
- Botswana (248.4K tons)
- Italy (221.6K tons)
- South Korea (219.1K tons)
- Mexico (163.9K tons)
- Swaziland (160.4K tons)
- Namibia (153.0K tons)
- Mozambique (107.0K tons)
- Lesotho (84.3K tons)
- Zimbabwe (16.9K tons)
Maize Imports in South Africa
In 2022, maize imports into South Africa contracted rapidly to 22K tons, waning by -37.7% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a precipitous shrinkage.
In value terms, maize imports declined remarkably to $26M in 2022. Overall, imports showed a significant contraction. The smallest decline of -14.1% was in 2021.
Import of Maize in South Africa (Million USD) | |||||
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COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
United States | 22.7 | 10.3 | 9.6 | 11.9 | -19.4% |
Chile | 3.3 | 11.3 | 14.4 | 11.4 | 51.2% |
Zambia | 1.5 | 1.3 | 1.1 | 2.4 | 17.0% |
Zimbabwe | 0.2 | 0.1 | N/A | 0.2 | 0.0% |
Brazil | 16.4 | 0.2 | 0.7 | 0.1 | -81.7% |
Swaziland | 0.1 | N/A | N/A | 0.1 | 0.0% |
Argentina | 84.9 | 12.4 | N/A | N/A | -85.4% |
Others | 2.2 | 0.5 | 5.3 | 0.2 | -55.0% |
Total | 131 | 36.1 | 31.0 | 26.2 | -41.5% |
Top Suppliers of Maize to South Africa in 2022:
- Chile (8.0K tons)
- United States (7.6K tons)
- Zambia (4.0K tons)
- Swaziland (1.1K tons)
- Brazil (0.6K tons)
- Zimbabwe (0.4K tons)
- Argentina (0.1K tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the maize market in South Africa. 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 56 - Maize
Country coverage:
- South Africa
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in South Africa
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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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
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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
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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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
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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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