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Kenya: Tilapias Market 2022

Tilapias Market Size in Kenya

After two years of decline, the Kenyan tilapias market increased by X% to $X in 2021. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a abrupt downturn. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Tilapias Production in Kenya

In value terms, tilapias production amounted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Tilapias production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Tilapias Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2021, overseas shipments of tilapias decreased by -X% to X kg, falling for the fifth year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, exports recorded a sharp descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, tilapias exports contracted notably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded a precipitous slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Somalia (X kg) was the main destination for tilapias exports from Kenya, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, tilapias exports to Somalia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, South Sudan (X kg), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Somalia amounted to -X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: South Sudan (-X% per year) and Ethiopia (-X% per year).

In value terms, Somalia ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for tilapias exports from Kenya, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Ethiopia ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Somalia amounted to -X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Ethiopia (-X% per year) and South Sudan (-X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average tilapias export price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Somalia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to South Sudan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Ethiopia (+X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Tilapias Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2021, overseas purchases of tilapias increased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, imports recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, tilapias imports rose significantly to $X in 2021. In general, imports showed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) was the main supplier of tilapias to Kenya, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, tilapias imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X tons), tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to +X%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of tilapias to Kenya, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by India ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled +X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average tilapias import price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a noticeable reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for India amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (-X%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for tilapias in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2021 were Indonesia, Egypt and China, together accounting for 71% of global consumption. Brazil, Thailand, the Philippines, the United States and Ghana lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 18%.

What are the largest producers of tilapias in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2021 were Indonesia, Egypt and China, with a combined 76% share of global production. Brazil, Thailand, the Philippines and Ghana lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 16%.

What are the leading suppliers of tilapias to Kenya?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of tilapias to Kenya, comprising 96% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by India, with a 4.2% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of tilapias from Kenya?

In value terms, Somalia emerged as the key foreign market for tilapias exports from Kenya, comprising 77% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Ethiopia $577), with a 14% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for tilapias in Kenya?

The average tilapias export price stood at $5,310 per ton in 2021, surging by 116% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for tilapias in Kenya?

In 2021, the average tilapias import price amounted to $2,455 per ton, declining by -13% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the tilapias market in Kenya. 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.

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kenya
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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023