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South Africa - Potato - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Potato Market Size in South Africa
The South African potato market rose rapidly to $X in 2023, growing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a abrupt decrease. Potato consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2023, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Potato Production in South Africa
In value terms, potato production rose markedly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a perceptible reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2023, production remained at a lower figure.
In 2023, the average potato yield in South Africa shrank modestly to X tons per ha, remaining relatively unchanged against the year before. In general, the yield, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The potato yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2022, and then contracted in the following year. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.
In 2023, approx. X ha of potatoes were harvested in South Africa; picking up by X% against the year before. Over the period under review, the harvested area recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the harvested area increased by X%. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to potato production attained the peak figure at X ha in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, the harvested area stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Potato Exports
Exports from South Africa
In 2023, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of potatoes, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2022, and then declined in the following year.
In value terms, potato exports contracted to $X in 2023. Overall, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
Mozambique (X tons) was the main destination for potato exports from South Africa, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, potato exports to Mozambique exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Namibia (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Swaziland (X tons), with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of volume to Mozambique totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Namibia (X% per year) and Swaziland (X% per year).
In value terms, the largest markets for potato exported from South Africa were Mozambique ($X), Namibia ($X) and Zimbabwe ($X), with a combined X% share of total exports.
Zimbabwe, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the average potato export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Zimbabwe ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Mozambique ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Botswana (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Potato Imports
Imports into South Africa
In 2023, overseas purchases of potatoes decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. In general, imports recorded a slight descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2023, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, potato imports shrank rapidly to $X in 2023. Overall, imports, however, posted strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2023, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
The Netherlands (X tons), France (X tons) and Namibia (X kg) were the main suppliers of potato imports to South Africa, with a combined X% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for France (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.
In value terms, France ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Namibia ($X) appeared to be the largest potato suppliers to South Africa, together comprising X% of total imports.
France, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.
Import Prices by Country
In 2023, the average potato import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a prominent expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2023 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for Namibia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the potato 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 116 - Potatoes
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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- How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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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
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
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
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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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