Price for Cereals; Maize (Corn), Other than Seed in Saudi Arabia - 2022

Contents:

  1. Price for Cereals; Maize (Corn), Other than Seed in Saudi Arabia (CIF) - 2022
  2. Price for Cereals; Maize (Corn), Other than Seed in Saudi Arabia (FOB) - 2022
  3. Imports of Cereals; Maize (Corn), Other than Seed in Saudi Arabia
  4. Exports of Cereals; Maize (Corn), Other than Seed in Saudi Arabia

Price for Cereals; Maize (Corn), Other than Seed in Saudi Arabia (CIF) - 2022

The average import price for cereals; maize (corn), other than seeds stood at $254 per ton in 2022, falling by -18% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 46%. The import price peaked at $326 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($302 per ton), while the price for Paraguay ($198 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Paraguay (+0.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Price for Cereals; Maize (Corn), Other than Seed in Saudi Arabia (FOB) - 2022

The average export price for cereals; maize (corn), other than seeds stood at $811 per ton in 2022, waning by -10.5% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a moderate expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price increased by 94%. The export price peaked at $906 per ton in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($2,429 per ton), while the average price for exports to Tanzania ($124 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (+33.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Cereals; Maize (Corn), Other than Seed in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, approx. 3.4M tons of cereals; maize (corn), other than seeds were imported into Saudi Arabia; rising by 17% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced shrinkage.

In value terms, imports of cereals; maize (corn), other than seeds fell to $870M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 8.7% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $907M, and then reduced modestly in the following year.

Import of Cereals; Maize (Corn), Other than Seed in Saudi Arabia (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Argentina4484374994621.0%
United States13818722821115.2%
Brazil150136156144-1.4%
Paraguay49.826.9N/A32.6-13.2%
Others12.546.724.319.616.2%
Total7988349078702.9%

Top Suppliers of Cereals; Maize (Corn), Other than Seed to Saudi Arabia in 2022:

  1. Argentina (1871.8K tons)
  2. United States (700.9K tons)
  3. Brazil (628.0K tons)
  4. Paraguay (165.0K tons)

Exports of Cereals; Maize (Corn), Other than Seed in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, exports of cereals; maize (corn), other than seeds from Saudi Arabia reduced modestly to 61 tons, approximately reflecting 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a sharp slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 1.8% against the previous year.

In value terms, exports of cereals; maize (corn), other than seeds reduced to $50K in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a dramatic descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 29%.

Export of Cereals; Maize (Corn), Other than Seed in Saudi Arabia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United Arab EmiratesN/A14.051.341.973.0%
TanzaniaN/AN/AN/A4.80%
JordanN/AN/A4.32.3-46.5%
Somalia15.0N/AN/AN/A0%
YemenN/A29.30.3N/A-99.0%
Others108N/AN/A0.6-82.3%
Total12343.356.049.6-26.1%

Top Export Markets for Cereals; Maize (Corn), Other than Seed from Saudi Arabia in 2022:

  1. Tanzania (39.0 tons)
  2. United Arab Emirates (17.2 tons)
  3. Jordan (4.7 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

Store
Blog
Event
Exploring the Top Import Markets for Maize Worldwide
May 27, 2024
Eye 219

Discover the key import markets for maize globally, including China, Mexico, Japan, and more. Learn about the demand drivers and trends shaping the maize trade.

Maize Market Overview and Forecast 2022
Aug 26, 2022
Eye 1860

The global maize market contracted to $404.6B in 2021, declining by -6.1% against the previous year.

Maize Market Outlook: Production, Trends, Prices and Forecast 2022
Jul 7, 2022
Eye 2090

The global maize market is expected to reach a production volume of more than 1.2 billion metric tons by the end of 2025. 

Record Production in 2022 to Curb Corn Price Growth
Feb 16, 2022
Eye 578

In 2022, corn prices are projected to drop by approximately 10% y/y due to an expected all-time record high global production, which is to reach 1.2B tons. This forecast is subject to a number of risks, such as volatile fertilizer and energy prices, high freight rates, biofuel policies and weather conditions. 

Global Corn Market Maintains Steady Growth Despite Lower Bioethanol Demand
Apr 16, 2021
Eye 1337

Driven by rising demand from the food industry and favourable weather, global corn production increased significantly in 2020. The rise in prices made the raw corn-based production of bioethanol unprofitable amid the low cost of traditional fuels due to the pandemic, resulting in the closure of some distilleries. In the future, the growing demand for alternative fuels is expected to offset this shift and promote the corn market.

Global Maize Market - Animal Feed and Biofuel Sectors to Drive Consumption
Sep 25, 2018
Eye 1570

Global Maize Market: In 2017, the global maize market amounted to X tons, posting solid average +X% gains over the last decade. Since 2013, consumption growth has accelerated, against rising demand and a long

Vietnam Emerges as the Fastest Growing Maize Importer
Apr 11, 2018
Eye 1070

The U.S. was the key world maize producing country with an output of about X tons in 2016, which accounted for X% of total global output. The other major producers were China (X%), Brazil (X%) and Ukraine (X>

Which Country Consumes the Most Maize in the World?
Feb 9, 2018
Eye 5647

Global maize consumption amounted to X thousand tons in 2015, surging by +X% against the previous year level.

Which Country Produces the Most Maize in the World?
Oct 31, 2017
Eye 1535

In 2015, the countries with the highest levels of maize production were the United States (X thousand tons), China (X thousand tons), Brazil (X thousand tons), together accounting for X% of total output.

Maize Market - Explore Amaizing-Acres’ Corn Maze in Missouri This Fall
Aug 31, 2015
Eye 1246

Designed to bring an unforgettable experience for children and adults alike, the Amaizing-Acres corn maze is certainly a place to visit this fall, a unique opportunity to enjoy a family get away surrounded by nature.

Free Data: Cereals; maize (corn), other than seed - Saudi Arabia