Millet market in Guinea

Earlier Report Observations

Millet production in Guinea experienced a modest decline in 2019 to 210.3 thousand tonnes before resuming growth, reaching 220.0 thousand tonnes by 2023. The launch of the AgriFARM project in 2018, funded by international partners, provided direct support to family farms by aiming to increase their incomes, resilience to climate shocks, and access to local and regional markets. This foundational initiative helped stabilize the sector after the initial dip and set the stage for subsequent expansion.

From 2021, enhanced institutional frameworks contributed to steady production gains. The National Agency for Agricultural and Food Statistics (ANASA) improved data collection and campaign planning, while government memoranda with the Chamber of Commerce in 2022 guaranteed supply and price stability for basic necessities, reducing market risks for millet producers. These measures were reinforced in 2023 by maintaining tax and customs exemptions on essential foodstuffs, which supported consumer demand and producer incentives.

The overall period from 2018 to 2023 was characterized by sustained growth, with production increasing by over 5 thousand tonnes. Continuous project support through AgriFARM's mid-term review and a policy environment focused on market stability and agricultural investment provided a consistent backdrop for the millet sector's gradual expansion.

Production millet in Guinea

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

On a global scale, Guinea ranked as the 16th largest producer of millet between 2017 and 2020.

Top producers of millet, 2017-2020

World map of production of millet, 2017-2020

Following a two-year decline, millet production in Guinea increased in 2020. That year, the country produced 213.4 thousand tons of millet, marking a slight rise of 1.5% compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, overall production decreased by 11.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of -4.1%. The lowest production level was recorded in 2019 at 210.3 thousand tons, while the largest annual decline occurred in 2018 at 11.2%.

Annual dynamics of production in Guinea in kind, 2017-2020, K t

Exports millet from Guinea

Exports in kind, kg

In 2020, Guinea exported 662 kilograms of millet, remaining broadly stable compared to 2019. Over the 2018-2020 period, exports grew by 383.4%, translating to a compound annual growth rate of 69.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Guinea in kind, 2017-2020, kg

Between 2017 and 2020, Germany consistently accounted for 76.3% of Guinea's total millet exports by volume, indicating a high concentration on this market. The remaining exports were distributed among other countries.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Guinea in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, $ US

Guinea's millet export value in 2020 was recorded at 702 US dollars, showing little change from the previous year. Between 2018 and 2020, export value increased by 1 112%, equivalent to an annualized growth rate of 129.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Guinea in value, 2017-2020, $ US

Throughout 2017-2020, the export value structure was heavily centered on Germany, which represented 79.9% of total flows. Other markets played a less significant role in Guinea's millet export earnings.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Guinea in value, 2017-2020

Imports millet to Guinea

Imports in kind, kg

The market experienced noticeable fluctuations during this period. Imports reached their lowest point in 2019 at 15 kilograms, then surged to approximately 190 kilograms in 2020, representing a dramatic increase of 1 166.7% compared to the previous year. The span from 2018 to 2019 showed a peak-to-trough amplitude of 1 340 times, with the largest decline recorded in 2019 at 99.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Guinea in kind, 2017-2020, kg

From 2017 to 2020, Guinea's millet imports by volume were largely oriented towards Senegal, which accounted for 98.5% of total imports.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Guinea in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, $ US

The market displayed volatility over the observed period. Import value dropped to its minimum in 2019 at 16 US dollars, then climbed significantly in subsequent years. In 2020, Guinea imported millet worth a total that was 800.1% higher than the previous year. The shift from 2018 to 2019 represented a 1 245-fold change, with the largest decline occurring in 2019 at 99.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Guinea in value, 2017-2020, $ US

During 2017-2020, the geographical pattern of import value reflected a strong dependence on Senegal, which absorbed 99.0% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Guinea in value, 2017-2020