Maize bran, sharps and residues market in the Netherlands

Earlier Report Observations

The market for maize bran and residues in the Netherlands experienced significant volatility between 2018 and 2023. Volume surged from 197.9 thousand tons in 2018 to a peak of 247.8 thousand tons in 2020, primarily driven by a more than threefold increase in imports, which rose from 14.4 to 63.7 thousand tons over those two years. This expansion was followed by a contraction, with the market size falling to 235.2 thousand tons in 2021 and further to 204.1 thousand tons in 2022 as import volumes halved.

Domestic production showed relative stability, fluctuating within a band of approximately 175 to 190 thousand tons annually throughout the period. A notable shift occurred from 2022, when exports began to rise substantially from previously minimal levels, reaching 11.9 thousand tons in 2023. This growing export activity applied additional downward pressure on the total domestic market volume during the latter part of the period.

The market stabilized at 209.0 thousand tons in 2023. Preliminary external trade data indicates import volumes for 2024 and 2025 remain elevated compared to pre-2020 levels, while exports have moderated from their 2023 high.

Production maize bran, sharps and residues in the Netherlands

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Between 2018 and 2021, the Netherlands ranked 23rd globally in the production of maize bran, sharps, and residues.

Top producers of maize bran, sharps and residues, 2018-2021

World map of production of maize bran, sharps and residues, 2018-2021

The Netherlands saw a decline in maize bran, sharps, and residues production for the second year in a row. In 2021, production reached 175.5 thousand tonnes, marking a moderate year-on-year decrease of 5.2%. Over the 2018-2021 period, production fell by 5.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of 1.8%. The highest production level was recorded in 2019 at 190.5 thousand tonnes, which also saw the largest annual increase of 2.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021, K t

Exports maize bran, sharps and residues from the Netherlands

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The Netherlands experienced a third consecutive year of decline in maize bran, sharps, and residues export volumes. In 2021, exports totaled 838 tonnes, reflecting a solid 12.8% drop compared to 2020. From 2018 to 2021, exports decreased by 56%, with a compound annual growth rate of 23.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Belgium, the United Kingdom, and Germany were the key export destinations for maize bran, sharps, and residues in volume terms. Belgium accounted for 48.8% of exports, the United Kingdom for 20.8%, and Germany for 10.9%, together making up 80.5% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

Maize bran, sharps, and residues exports from the Netherlands declined for the third year in a row in value terms. In 2021, exports amounted to 1 036 thousand US dollars, showing an 11.1% year-on-year decrease. Over the 2018-2021 period, exports fell by 47.3%, with a compound annual growth rate of 19.2%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from the Netherlands in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, Belgium, the United Kingdom, and Germany dominated the export market in value terms. Belgium represented 50.7% of exports, the United Kingdom 19.8%, and Germany 9.9%, collectively comprising 80.3% of total export value.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from the Netherlands in value, 2018-2021

Imports maize bran, sharps and residues to the Netherlands

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Import volumes of maize bran, sharps, and residues into the Netherlands showed irregular changes, indicating a volatile market. The lowest point was in 2018, while volumes peaked in 2020, representing a 4.4-fold increase between these years. In 2021, imports totaled 60 551 tonnes, marking a modest 5.0% decrease from the previous year. The highest import volume was recorded in 2020 at 63 713 tonnes, which also saw the largest annual increase of 210.5%.

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From 2018 to 2021, Belgium, France, and Germany were consistently the main sources of imports in volume terms. Belgium accounted for 61.3% of imports, France for 17.0%, and Germany for 16.9%, together representing 95.2% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

Cross-border shipments of maize bran, sharps, and residues into the Netherlands increased for the third consecutive year in value terms. In 2021, imports totaled 16 758 thousand US dollars, showing a limited 6.6% rise compared to the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, imports grew by 26.5%, equating to an annualized rate of 8.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to the Netherlands in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, Belgium, Germany, and France were the principal sources of imports in value terms. Belgium accounted for 55.8% of imports, Germany for 19.3%, and France for 16.2%, jointly making up 91.3% of total import value.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to the Netherlands in value, 2018-2021