Cameroon - Plantains - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Plantain Market Size in Cameroon
The Cameroonian plantain market reduced slightly to $X in 2022, declining by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption saw a slight downturn. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Plantain Production in Cameroon
In value terms, plantain production shrank modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a noticeable curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Plantain production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
The average yield of plantains in Cameroon fell modestly to X tons per ha in 2022, stabilizing at 2021 figures. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the yield increased by X%. Over the period under review, the average plantain yield reached the peak level at X tons per ha in 2021, and then reduced slightly 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.
The plantain harvested area in Cameroon declined to X ha in 2022, dropping by X% against the year before. In general, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the harvested area increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to plantain production attained the peak figure at X ha in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.
Plantain Exports
Exports from Cameroon
In 2018, shipments abroad of plantains increased by X% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, exports saw a significant expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, plantain exports soared to $X in 2018. In general, exports enjoyed significant growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Exports by Country
Slovakia (X tons), Poland (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main destinations of plantain exports from Cameroon, together accounting for X% of total exports. Gabon and the Czech Republic lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
From 2013 to 2018, the biggest increases were recorded for Gabon (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest markets for plantain exported from Cameroon were Slovakia ($X), Poland ($X) and Spain ($X), together accounting for X% of total exports. The Czech Republic and Gabon lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
In terms of the main countries of destination, Gabon, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2018, the average plantain export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by X% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated prominent growth from 2013 to 2018: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last five years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2018 figures, plantain export price increased by X% against 2013 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2018 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2018, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Poland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Gabon ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Poland (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Plantain Imports
Imports into Cameroon
In 2015, approx. X tons of plantains were imported into Cameroon; rising by X% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, imports recorded a significant increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, plantain imports expanded remarkably to $X in 2015. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2014 to 2015; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Imports by Country
In 2015, Belgium (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of plantain to Cameroon, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, plantain imports from Belgium exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, France (X kg), fourfold.
From 2014 to 2015, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Belgium totaled X%.
In value terms, Belgium ($X) constituted the largest supplier of plantains to Cameroon, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by France ($X), with an X% share of total imports.
From 2014 to 2015, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Belgium stood at X%.
Import Prices by Country
In 2015, the average plantain import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price faced a precipitous decline. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014, and then contracted dramatically in the following year.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2015, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the price for France amounted to $X per ton.
From 2014 to 2015, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (X%).
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the plantain market in Cameroon. 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 489 - Plantains
Country coverage:
- Cameroon
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Cameroon
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
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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
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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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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