Western Africa - Areca Nuts - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Areca Nut Market Size in Western Africa
After three years of decline, the West African areca nut market increased by X% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a abrupt decline. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.
Areca Nut Production in Western Africa
In value terms, areca nut production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total production indicated a resilient increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production increased by X% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Nigeria (X tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of areca nut production, accounting for X% of total volume. Moreover, areca nut production in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Senegal (X tons), threefold. Sierra Leone (X tons) ranked third in terms of total production with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume in Nigeria stood at X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Senegal (X% per year) and Sierra Leone (X% per year).
Areca Nut Exports
Exports in Western Africa
In 2022, the amount of areca nuts exported in Western Africa rose to X tons, increasing by X% against the year before. Overall, exports showed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.
In value terms, areca nut exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a significant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Exports by Country
In 2022, Nigeria (X tons) was the largest exporter of areca nuts, achieving X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Senegal (X tons), achieving a X% share of total exports. Ghana (X kg) held a little share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to areca nut exports from Nigeria stood at X%. At the same time, Senegal (X%) and Ghana (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Senegal emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Western Africa, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Senegal increased by X percentage points. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Senegal ($X), Nigeria ($X) and Ghana ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022.
Senegal, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
The export price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted a strong expansion. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Senegal ($X per ton), while Nigeria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Senegal (X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.
Areca Nut Imports
Imports in Western Africa
In 2022, the amount of areca nuts imported in Western Africa soared to X tons, with an increase of X% against the previous year's figure. Overall, imports, however, saw a slight slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, areca nut imports rose remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
Senegal prevails in imports structure, accounting for X tons, which was approx. X% of total imports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Nigeria (X kg), mixing up a X% share of total imports. Sierra Leone (X kg) and Togo (X kg) held a minor share of total imports.
Imports into Senegal decreased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Nigeria (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Nigeria emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Western Africa, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. By contrast, Togo (X%) and Sierra Leone (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Senegal and Nigeria increased by X and X percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, the largest areca nut importing markets in Western Africa were Nigeria ($X), Senegal ($X) and Sierra Leone ($X), with a combined X% share of total imports.
Among the main importing countries, Nigeria, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline in the imports figures.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank remarkably in the following year.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Sierra Leone ($X per ton), while Senegal ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sierra Leone (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the areca nut market in Western 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 226 - Areca nuts
Country coverage:
- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in Western Africa
- 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
- 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
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- 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
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- 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 VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
- HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- 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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
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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, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 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
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2023
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
- Yield, By Country, 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, 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, 2012–2023
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